The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice
Cheapest price
€35
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice 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 Venice will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
Of the 4 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Venice on Mon, Aug 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 274 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 10 h 39 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.
3:55 AM6h42Santa Margherita Ligure10:37 AMVenice€351One-way0 transfers
3:52 AM5h58Santa Margherita Ligure9:50 AMVenice€351One-way0 transfers
2:55 AM5h55Santa Margherita Ligure8:50 AMVenice€371One-way0 transfers
9:55 PM10h39Santa Margherita Ligure8:34 AMVenice€911One-way0 transfers
2:55 AM5h55Santa Margherita Ligure8:50 AMVenice€371One-way0 transfers
3:52 AM5h58Santa Margherita Ligure9:50 AMVenice€351One-way0 transfers
3:55 AM6h42Santa Margherita Ligure10:37 AMVenice€351One-way0 transfers
9:55 PM10h39Santa Margherita Ligure8:34 AMVenice€911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 274 km
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€38 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest |
5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 5h55 | 8:50 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:52 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 5h58 | 9:50 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 6h42 | 10:37 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice by train or bus
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Why book with Omio vs Frecciarossa?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 274 km distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 274 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 12:17 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Regionale, Intercity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Venice from €12. 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 Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Venice trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Venice 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 Venice 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 Venice station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
Getting to Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Getting to Venezia Mestre from Venice city centre
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre train station facilities and services
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including 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: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Getting to Venezia Porto Marghera from Venice city centre
Venezia Porto Marghera is 6 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Porto Marghera train station facilities and services
Venezia Porto Marghera has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Porto Marghera.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Porto Marghera. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Porto Marghera: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera, Hotel Lugano Torretta, Hotel Mondial.
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