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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Showing times and prices for Nov 05
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 4 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Fast trains
Of the 28 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino on Wed, Nov 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 4 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 1235908:30AM3h11
Milan Centrale11:41AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€191One-way
1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 1241702:25PM3h12
Milan Centrale05:37PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€191One-way
1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale 1244104:25PM3h36
Milan Centrale08:01PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€191One-way
1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 1233906:25AM3h16
Milan Centrale09:41AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€191One-way
1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 327508:25PM3h10
Milan Centrale11:35PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€191One-way
1 transfer
Intercity 66512:10PM2h04
Milan Centrale02:14PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€281One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 68709:10PM2h07
Milan Centrale11:17PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€281One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 67304:05PM2h09
Milan Centrale06:14PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€281One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 67906:05PM2h09
Milan Centrale08:14PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€281One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 65708:05AM2h09
Milan Centrale10:14AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino
€281One-way
0 transfers
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Compare train and bus for Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 128 km
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Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 9:28 PM
Last updated at 9:28 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intercity 651 | 5:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h12 | 7:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 5:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 8:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3015 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h33 | 8:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 657 | 7:05 AM Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 9:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 7:30 AM Milan Centrale | 3h11 | 10:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 659+Regionale 12361 | 8:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h54 | 11:04 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12391 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h46 | 2:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 637+Regionale 12381 | 10:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 1:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 665 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h04 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
 FRECCIABIANCA 8619+Regionale 12410 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 2:54 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 669+Regionale 12407 | 1:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h36 | 3:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h12 | 4:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 4:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 641+Regionale 12421 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 5:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2331 · Regionale Veloce 3031 · Regionale 12427 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h12 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 673 | 3:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale 12441 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 7:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2301 · Regionale Veloce 2137 · Regionale 12451 | 3:30 PM Milan Centrale | 4h31 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 675+Regionale 12441 | 4:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 7:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 679 | 5:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FRECCIAROSSA 9744+Regionale 12451 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h36 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 685+Regionale 12470 | 6:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h51 | 8:56 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2339 · Regionale Veloce 3039 · Regionale 12471 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h37 | 10:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3275 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 10:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 687 | 8:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h07 | 10:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
ItalyItaly
Trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 04:26 |
Last train 19:10 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Price
€12
Intercity frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
€16
Regionale frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Frecciabianca
About
Frecciabianca is a high-speed train service operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company of Italy. It is one of the most popular train services in the country, connecting major cities and towns across the country. Frecciabianca trains offer a range of ticket types, including Economy, Standard, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The most popular routes for Frecciabianca trains include Milan to Rome, Milan to Venice, and Rome to Naples. The journey times for these routes range from 2.5 to 4 hours, making Frecciabianca a great option for travelers looking for a fast and convenient way to get around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Frecciabianca frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone
Frecciarossa
About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 34m
Cheapest Price
€50
Frecciarossa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Italo
About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 34m
Cheapest Price
€42
Italo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
FAQs: Travel by train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
Cheap train tickets from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is €15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train travel time is 2 h 7 min for the 127 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino leaves at 05: 25. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino leaves at 19: 10.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino without having to change trains with Intercity or Regionale. There are 7 direct trains from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can take a high-speed train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino with Frecciabianca, Italo or Frecciarossa. Overall you can travel with the following companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo or Frecciarossa.
For the best Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo or Frecciarossa. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Milan Centrale and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 10.
A trip to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Milan Centrale is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino by train is August.
Yes, you can take a train from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Milan
Santa Margherita Ligure
The major train station for departures in Milan is Milano Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milano Centrale for your trip from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
Distance to city center
2 kmWifi
- Free WiFi in the station.
Lockers
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Dining
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
Accessibility
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Hotel
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
Information Desk
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Public transit options for Milano Centrale
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
The major train station for arrivals in Santa Margherita Ligure is S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino for your journey to Santa Margherita Ligure from Milan.
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
Dining
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
Public transit options for S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
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