- Recommended
Museo del Castello Brown
Museum inside Castello Brown with furnished rooms, historic photos and exhibitions that explain Portofino’s social history.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£19
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£31
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
2 h 50 m
Trains on 15 Oct
82
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Portofino will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 82 trains from Florence to Portofino, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 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 Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12446
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12426
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIAROSSA 8556
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034
Regionale Veloce 4033+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+
Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034Trains from Florence to Portofino run on average 74 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 74 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Portofino trains for today, Wednesday 14 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18339+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 12310 | 23:07 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h33 | 5:40 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18339+ InterCityNotte 796 | 23:07 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h12 | 5:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18339+ InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 12310 | 23:07 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h43 | 5:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
| Thursday 15 October | |||||
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3258 | 4:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h14 | 8:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662+ Regionale 12331 | 4:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h37 | 9:07 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662 | 4:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h01 | 8:31 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 2070 · Regionale 12359 | 4:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h19 | 11:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h53 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4011 · Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h57 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666+ Regionale 12370 | 7:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h26 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666 | 7:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h09 | 11:37 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666+ Regionale 12359 | 7:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h23 | 11:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 12376 | 7:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h10 | 12:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 12376 | 7:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h20 | 12:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 794 | 7:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h07 | 12:00 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 2h59 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale 12367 | 7:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 4h53 | 12:47 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h03 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale 12366 | 7:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h09 | 11:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 8:21 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h53 | 15:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 8:21 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h57 | 15:18 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale 12397 | 8:21 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h25 | 15:46 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666 | 8:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h09 | 11:37 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 8:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h26 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4017+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12376 | 8:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h35 | 12:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 8:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h17 | 14:12 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 8:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h07 | 14:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 8:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h12 | 14:07 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 12387 | 9:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h56 | 14:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | 9:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h26 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | 9:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h21 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 10:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h28 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ Regionale 12397+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 10:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h51 | 15:46 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h11 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674+ Regionale 12416 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h38 | 16:06 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12407 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h58 | 16:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h48 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12426 | 12:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h10 | 17:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4031 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale 12407 | 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h23 | 16:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h55 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 13:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h51 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680+ Regionale 12438 | 13:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h06 | 17:59 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 13:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h46 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 14:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h48 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 14:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h52 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12446 | 14:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h10 | 19:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4037 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:00 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale 12446 | 15:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h35 | 19:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4039+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h13 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h56 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h05 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:53 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h01 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h30 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h21 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684+ Regionale 12437 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h22 | 19:50 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 19368 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h26 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 16:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h11 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h21 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518 | 17:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h16 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h30 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8556+ Regionale 12447 | 17:44 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h03 | 20:47 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8556+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:44 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h14 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8556 | 17:44 Florence Campo di Marte | 2h25 | 20:09 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
9948 · 9992 | 18:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h49 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
9948 · 9992 | 18:25 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h03 | 23:28 Genoa Brignole | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12461 | 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h46 | 22:14 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h27 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 18:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h04 | 21:32 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887+ Regionale 12481 | 18:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h16 | 0:11 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887 | 18:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h25 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887 | 18:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h20 | 23:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h08 | 1:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 2h50 | 0:44 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:54 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h01 | 0:55 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Portofino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portofino trip today.
Museum inside Castello Brown with furnished rooms, historic photos and exhibitions that explain Portofino’s social history.
Abbey museum route presenting cloisters, historic spaces and artefacts, adding cultural depth to a visit to San Fruttuoso.
Small parish treasury display with religious objects and local devotional history linked to Portofino’s churches.
Portofino’s iconic harbour piazza lined with pastel buildings and boats; the essential place for atmosphere and photographs.
Protected coastal park with walking trails through woodland and cliffs, offering many of the area’s finest panoramas.
Small pebbly bay near the village centre, popular for clear water, relaxed views and a quieter break from the harbour.
Liguria’s thin chickpea pancake, baked until crisp at the edges. A humble street food tied to Genoa and the Riviera, often eaten hot with pepper.
Hand-twisted pasta from Liguria, traditionally dressed with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. It is a defining Riviera first course.
A fragrant sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino and olive oil. It is the signature flavour of Ligurian cooking.
Casual spot for coffee, aperitivi and light meals on the harbour. Good for people-watching and a relaxed drink with Riviera views.
Elegant seafood restaurant overlooking the harbour, known for Ligurian fish dishes and a refined setting in the heart of Portofino.
Polished waterfront dining with seafood, pasta and regional classics. A stylish choice for a longer lunch or dinner by the piazzetta.
Portofino is pricier than most Italian seaside towns, with premium hotels, costly dining and limited cheap transport or food options in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for notably good service.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri dell'Olivetta, Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Portofino 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Portofino trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
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.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
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.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi 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 options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
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