The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
103 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma 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 Parma will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Parma on Thu, Aug 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 27 the direct trains cover the 103 km distance in an average of 5 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Thu, Aug 27 the slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
6:59 AM5h15Santa Margherita Ligure12:14 PMParma€181One-way0 transfers
6:59 AM5h15Santa Margherita Ligure12:14 PMParma€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 103 km
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€19 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
3h 41m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma trains for today, Wednesday, August 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 3h05 | 11:14 PM Parma | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 103 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 103 km |
Average train duration 3h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Parma from €17. 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 Parma
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma 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 Parma, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Parma trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Parma station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Parma 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 Parma 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 Parma station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
Getting to Parma from Parma city centre
Parma train station facilities and services
Parma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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