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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale
Showing times and prices for Mar 21
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
2 h 17 m
Average duration
2 h 22 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
128 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Fast trains
Of the 26 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino for Milan Centrale on Sat, Mar 21, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 27 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 12452 · Regionale Veloce 304707:55PM3h50
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:45PMMilan Centrale
€181One-way
1 transfer
Regionale 12372 · Regionale 307111:57AM3h42
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino03:39PMMilan Centrale
€181One-way
1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376 · Regionale 307502:46PM3h03
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino05:49PMMilan Centrale
€181One-way
2 transfers
Regionale 12416 · Regionale Veloce 307904:17PM3h22
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino07:39PMMilan Centrale
€181One-way
1 transfer
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale 12044 · Regionale 307112:46PM2h53
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino03:39PMMilan Centrale
€181One-way
2 transfers
Intercity 67403:42PM2h17
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino05:59PMMilan Centrale
€261One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 68407:38PM2h21
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino09:59PMMilan Centrale
€261One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 68005:42PM2h22
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino08:04PMMilan Centrale
€261One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 67001:37PM2h22
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino03:59PMMilan Centrale
€261One-way
0 transfers
Intercity 65206:05AM2h27
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino08:32AMMilan Centrale
€261One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale 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 1h 47m. 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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3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 3:18 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h53 | 6:39 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 680 | 4:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h18 | 7:04 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12438+Intercity 681 | 5:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h54 | 8:04 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h53 | 8:39 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 684 | 6:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h13 | 8:59 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12450+Intercity 639 | 6:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h04 | 9:59 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 7:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h25 | 10:39 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
| Regionale Veloce 3016 | 3:49 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h50 | 6:39 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 652 | 5:05 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h27 | 7:32 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 5:32 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h08 | 8:40 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 658 | 6:36 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h28 | 9:04 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12216+Intercity 662 | 7:20 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h42 | 10:02 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12352+Intercity 631 | 8:53 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h09 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12352 · Regionale 3028 | 8:53 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h46 | 12:39 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3261+Intercity 666 | 10:03 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h56 | 12:59 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12372 · Regionale 3071 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h42 | 2:39 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12372+Intercity 745 | 10:57 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 2:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale 12044 · Regionale 3071 | 11:46 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h53 | 2:39 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 670 | 12:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h22 | 2:59 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12392+Intercity 1539 | 12:56 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h06 | 4:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12396 · Regionale 3075 | 1:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h35 | 4:49 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale Veloce 3376 · Regionale 3075 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h03 | 4:49 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 674 | 2:42 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h17 | 4:59 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12412+Intercity 635 | 2:56 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h06 | 6:02 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12416 · Regionale Veloce 3079 | 3:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h22 | 6:39 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:52, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 9m.
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 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 03:52 |
Last train 19:07 |
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 from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Milan Centrale 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 9m
Cheapest Price
€13
Intercity frequency
4 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 46m
Cheapest Price
€16
Regionale frequency
7 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
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
€16
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
FAQs: Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap train tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale is 2h 9m to travel the 128 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale leaves at 3:52 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale leaves at 7:07 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale with Intercity, Regionale. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there are multiple high-speed train options for your journey from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale. You can choose between Frecciabianca. Frecciabianca trains take around 2h 53m
When taking a train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale, you can count on Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca for the best way to get you to Milan Centrale. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Milan Centrale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Milan Centrale from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 9m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Milan Centrale including taking a train and bus.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milan Centrale
Santa Margherita Ligure
Milan
The major train station for departures 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 trip from Santa Margherita Ligure to 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
The major train station for arrivals in Milan is Milano Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Milano Centrale for your journey to Milan from Santa Margherita Ligure.
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation 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
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