The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
31
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 31 trains that leave Milan for Santa Margherita Ligure on Tue, May 05, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 126 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 5 m .
On Tue, May 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 123598:25 AM3h16Milan Centrale11:41 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€171One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 124172:25 PM3h12Milan Centrale5:37 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€171One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3039 · Regionale 124718:05 PM2h57Milan Rogoredo11:02 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€171One-way1 transfer
Regionale 3023 · Regionale 1239112:05 PM2h56Milan Rogoredo3:01 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€171One-way1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3031 · Regionale 124314:05 PM2h57Milan Rogoredo7:02 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€171One-way1 transfer
Intercity 8879:10 PM2h05Milan Centrale11:15 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 66512:10 PM2h06Milan Centrale2:16 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6734:05 PM2h09Milan Centrale6:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6796:05 PM2h09Milan Centrale8:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Intercity 6578:05 AM2h09Milan Centrale10:14 AMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 126 km
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0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 5:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 8:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679 | 6:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3035 · Regionale 12451 | 6:05 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2h56 | 9:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale 12451 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h36 | 9:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 9:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 7:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h50 | 9:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3039 · Regionale 12471 | 8:05 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2h57 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h57 | 11:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3289 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 11:35 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 687 | 9:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h07 | 11:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 651 | 6:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h12 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 9:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3015 | 8:05 AM Milan Rogoredo | 2h47 | 10:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 657 | 8:05 AM Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 10:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 11:41 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12377 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 5h16 | 1:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ Regionale 12361 | 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h54 | 12:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 · Regionale 12387 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 5h26 | 2:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 2:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3023 · Regionale 12391 | 12:05 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2h56 | 3:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665 | 12:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h06 | 2:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 3:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Intercity 674 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h34 | 3:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 12407 | 2:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h36 | 4:41 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3027 · Regionale 12411 | 2:05 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2h56 | 5:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h12 | 5:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 641+ Regionale 12421 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 6:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673 | 4:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 6:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3031 · Regionale 12431 | 4:05 PM Milan Rogoredo | 2h57 | 7:02 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
Trains from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:41, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 12:41 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Milan and Santa Margherita Ligure from €5. 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 Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- 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.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
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