The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Portofino
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Trains per day
90
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 £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 90 trains that leave Florence for Portofino every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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 18355 · Regionale 3261 · Regionale 12366
Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12446
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12426
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+
Regionale 12456
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
Regionale Veloce 3288Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Florence to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price |
3h 23m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 15m Average total duration 13h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Portofino trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:53 Florence | 4h10 | 17:03 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:53 Florence | 3h58 | 17:51 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:28 Florence | 4h21 | 18:49 Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 879+ Intercity 658 | 23:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h51 | 06:31 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 879+ Intercity 658 | 23:40 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 6h57 | 06:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662+ Regionale 12331 | 03:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h37 | 08:07 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662 | 03:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h01 | 07:31 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18253+ Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3258 | 03:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h14 | 07:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Portofino
Trains from Florence to Portofino run on average 70 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 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 16m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 70 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Florence to Portofino trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Florence and Portofino from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Florence to Portofino train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Portofino
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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