The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Florence for Santa Margherita Ligure every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 17 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 54m. 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 train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 175 km
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£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:28 Florence | 5h17 | 10:45 Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:53 Florence | 5h05 | 18:58 Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:44 Florence | 2h16 | 18:00 Santa Margherita Ligure | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte from Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence and Santa Margherita Ligure 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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Frecciabianca
Frecciarossa
Intercity Notte
FAQs: Florence to Santa Margherita Ligure train

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Santa Margherita Ligure
- 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
- Parking is available nearby, with access from Via dello Statuto.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Panama
- Hotel La Fortezza
- Free
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving regional routes.
- Tram: Line T1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Rovezzano B&B
- Mulino di Firenze
- The station is a small suburban stop with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Ristorante Da Michele
- Trattoria Baicin
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Laurin
- Hotel Metropole
- Hotel Jolanda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino
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