The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €21
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €29
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 3 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 4 h 44 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 6
- 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 €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 6 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence, including 6 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 30 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.

12:15 PM 4h53 Santa Margherita Ligure 5:08 PM Florence €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
2:14 PM 4h54 Santa Margherita Ligure 7:08 PM Florence €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
10:40 PM 7h34 Santa Margherita Ligure 6:14 AM Florence €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:41 AM 4h27 Santa Margherita Ligure 9:08 AM Florence €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:14 PM 3h54 Santa Margherita Ligure 5:08 PM Florence €24 1 One-way 0 transfers

1:14 PM 3h54 Santa Margherita Ligure 5:08 PM Florence €24 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:41 AM 4h27 Santa Margherita Ligure 9:08 AM Florence €23 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:15 PM 4h53 Santa Margherita Ligure 5:08 PM Florence €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
2:14 PM 4h54 Santa Margherita Ligure 7:08 PM Florence €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:05 AM 5h30 Santa Margherita Ligure 10:35 AM Florence €63 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 10:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19345 · Regionale Veloce 18276 | 5:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h05 | 9:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h43 | 10:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18411 | 6:37 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h31 | 12:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 transfers | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018 | 7:12 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 10:01 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12323 · Regionale 19357 · Regionale Veloce 4032 | 7:59 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h34 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18411 | 8:24 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h44 | 12:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12333+ Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 9:00 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h33 | 12:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale Veloce 4032 | 10:16 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h17 | 1:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 3:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12363+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 3:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 1:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 5:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h43 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 2:18 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h50 | 6:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12393+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 3:05 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h56 | 6:01 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 7:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4050 | 3:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 6:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12403+ Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 4052 | 4:06 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h27 | 7:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 8:33 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 5:15 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 9:08 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 6:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18332 | 8:16 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h34 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Florence trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Margherita Ligure station do trains to Florence leave from?
Getting to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Santa Margherita Ligure city centre
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino train station facilities and services
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
Which Florence station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Getting to Firenze Campo di Marte from Florence city centre
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte train station facilities and services
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Moka Café
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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