The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Portofino
Cheapest price on Aug 31
€16
Average ticket price on Aug 31
€23
Fastest journey on Aug 31
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on Aug 31
2 h 11 m
Trains on Aug 31
77
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Portofino will cost around €23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 77 trains from Milan to Portofino, including 15 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct trains cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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 3037 · Regionale Veloce 32856:25 PM2h44Milan Centrale9:09 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 123396:25 AM3h16Milan Centrale9:41 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 123598:25 AM3h16Milan Centrale11:41 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 123798:25 AM5h14Milan Centrale1:39 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 32658:25 AM2h49Milan Centrale11:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€161One-way2 transfers
Intercity 66512:10 PM2h06Milan Centrale2:16 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6879:10 PM2h07Milan Centrale11:17 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 66512:10 PM2h11Milan Centrale2:21 PMRapallo station€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6879:10 PM2h12Milan Centrale11:22 PMRapallo station€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6577:55 AM2h19Milan Centrale10:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Milan to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 129 km
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Live departures
Milan to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Portofino trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 679 | 5:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h19 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 5:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h54 | 8:49 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679 | 5:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h24 | 8:19 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3077 · Regionale 12465 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h52 | 10:17 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3077 · Regionale 12465 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h47 | 10:12 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3077 · Regionale 12465 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h42 | 10:07 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 6:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h51 | 9:46 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 6:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h00 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 685 | 6:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h29 | 9:24 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 7:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 11:11 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 7:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 7:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h11 | 11:06 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 · Regionale 12481 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h46 | 12:11 AM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h14 | 11:39 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 687 | 9:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h07 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 687+ Regionale 12481 | 9:10 PM Milan Centrale | 3h01 | 12:11 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 687 | 9:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h12 | 11:22 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2383+ InterCityNotte 799 | 9:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h01 | 12:26 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
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Intercity 651 | 6:00 AM Milan Centrale | 2h27 | 8:27 AM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 6:00 AM Milan Centrale | 2h22 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 12337 | 6:00 AM Milan Centrale | 3h07 | 9:07 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h26 | 9:51 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h21 | 9:46 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h27 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h36 | 11:01 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 7:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h31 | 10:56 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657 | 7:55 AM Milan Centrale | 2h19 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 7:55 AM Milan Centrale | 2h24 | 10:19 AM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale Veloce 3015 | 7:55 AM Milan Centrale | 3h06 | 11:01 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h53 | 11:18 AM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12379 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h14 | 1:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 11:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12379 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h19 | 1:44 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h26 | 11:51 AM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12379 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h24 | 1:49 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h21 | 11:46 AM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ Regionale 12361 | 8:53 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 12:09 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ Regionale 12361 | 8:53 AM Milan Centrale | 3h11 | 12:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ Regionale 12369 | 8:53 AM Milan Centrale | 3h54 | 12:47 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12389 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h22 | 2:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12389 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h27 | 2:42 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12389 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h32 | 2:47 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 12379 | 9:15 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h34 | 1:49 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Intercity 511 | 9:15 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h46 | 1:01 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h06 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h11 | 2:21 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 12389 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h37 | 2:47 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h53 | 3:18 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale 12399 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h21 | 3:46 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 12399 | 1:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 3:46 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 674 | 1:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 1:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2h23 | 3:23 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 12409 | 1:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h46 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 12409 | 1:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 4:51 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669 | 1:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h24 | 4:19 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h17 | 5:42 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h53 | 5:18 PM Rapallo station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h22 | 5:47 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12419 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h12 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 641+ Regionale 12421 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 641+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 12419 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2h47 | 5:47 PM Zoagli station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 641+ InterCityNotte 795 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 2h48 | 5:48 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h19 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale 12429 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 6:47 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673 | 3:55 PM Milan Centrale | 2h24 | 6:19 PM Rapallo station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h53 | 7:18 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale 12439 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h25 | 7:50 PM Zoagli station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h11 | 8:06 PM Rapallo station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 4:55 PM Milan Centrale | 3h06 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Milan to Portofino
Trains from Milan to Portofino run on average 78 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 129 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 78 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 5m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 10:48 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo from Milan to Portofino trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo trains will get you between Milan and Portofino from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan to Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Portofino by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Portofino
Most Milan to Portofino trains use the Milano Centrale to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Portofino leave from?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is 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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Rogoredo from Milan city centre
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo train station facilities and services
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Getting to Milano Famagosta from Milan city centre
Milano Famagosta is 3 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Famagosta train station facilities and services
Milano Famagosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bars and cafes available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available in the station premises. ATMs are aTMs located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Famagosta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Famagosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Famagosta: Wheelchair accessible with assistance available.
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