The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence 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 to Florence will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Florence on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 18 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 7 h 38 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence 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 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€22 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19343 · ETRUSCHI LINE 4016 | 4:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h05 | 8:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 19351 · Tuscany Line 18282 | 5:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h31 | 10:08 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 6:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 9:04 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ TUSCANY LINE 4018 | 6:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 9:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · TUSCANY LINE 4028 | 6:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h02 | 11:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 4026 | 7:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h09 | 10:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 657+ TUSCANY LINE 4032 | 9:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h17 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 10:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 2:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12363+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Tuscany Line 4038 | 11:10 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 2:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 4:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 1:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h52 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 1:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h45 | 5:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12393+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 2:05 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h56 | 5:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · ETRUSCHI LINE 4048 | 2:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 5:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 2:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12403+ Intercity 669+ Tuscany Line 4052 | 3:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h27 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 4:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 8:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 19375 · TUSCANY LINE 4058 | 4:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673+ TUSCANY LINE 4060 | 5:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 8:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 7:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h34 | 10:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Florence 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 Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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