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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 17
24
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan 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 Milan will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 24 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan, including 7 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 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 12456 · Regionale Veloce 30478:14 PM3h21Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:35 PMMilan Centrale€161One-way1 transfer- Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 30212:14 PM3h21Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino5:35 PMMilan Centrale€161One-way1 transfer
- Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 30212:46 PM2h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino5:35 PMMilan Centrale€161One-way2 transfers
- Regionale Veloce 30164:55 AM2h40Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino7:35 AMMilan Centrale€161One-way0 transfers
- Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 30404:46 PM2h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino7:35 PMMilan Centrale€161One-way1 transfer
Intercity 6847:46 PM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:00 PMMilan Centrale€241One-way0 transfers- Intercity 6701:46 PM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino4:00 PMMilan Centrale€241One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 6526:07 AM2h18Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino8:25 AMMilan Centrale€241One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 6743:46 PM2h19Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino6:05 PMMilan Centrale€241One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 6805:46 PM2h19Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino8:05 PMMilan Centrale€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. 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 €13, while a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 126 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€17 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan costing on average €20.
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale Veloce 3016 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h40 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 652 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h18 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 22820+Intercity 653 | 6:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 9:05 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h50 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12328 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 7:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h17 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 658 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h21 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12214+Intercity 662 | 8:22 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h33 | 10:55 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h37 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3265+Intercity 666 | 11:15 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h45 | 2:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12370+Intercity 745 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 670 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 674 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 6:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12410+Intercity 635 | 3:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 4:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 680 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12430+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 5:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h45 | 8:40 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12438+Intercity 681 | 6:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h55 | 9:05 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044 | 6:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Intercity 684 | 7:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 10:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 12456+Intercity 639 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h41 | 10:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan 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 Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Rogoredo. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
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 Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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