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Villa Durazzo
Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, gardens and cultural exhibitions. It offers one of the clearest looks at local aristocratic life and sea views.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa 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 Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 45 trains from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure, including 31 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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.
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Trains from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 46 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 27m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 46 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 27m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FRECCIABIANCA 8601+ Intercity 652 | 5:07 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 6:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12307 · Regionale 3257 | 5:40 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h56 | 6:36 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12311 | 6:23 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h48 | 7:11 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12323 | 7:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h47 | 7:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 651 | 7:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h35 | 8:22 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12333 | 8:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h45 | 8:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12339 | 8:37 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h04 | 9:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 505+ Regionale 12352 | 8:53 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h59 | 9:52 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 657 | 9:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 10:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3063 | 9:55 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h57 | 10:52 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 2081 · Regionale Veloce 3063 | 10:01 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h51 | 10:52 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12353 | 10:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h52 | 11:03 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2119 · Regionale Veloce 3265 | 10:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h42 | 11:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12363 | 11:15 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 12:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12367 | 11:37 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h00 | 12:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12373 | 12:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h50 | 13:01 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3365 · Regionale Veloce 3269 | 12:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h55 | 13:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale 12386 | 12:24 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 13:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12377 | 12:39 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h02 | 13:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12383 | 13:13 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h52 | 14:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 665 | 13:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h29 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12393 | 14:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h53 | 15:04 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 14:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h42 | 15:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12397 | 14:39 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h57 | 15:36 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12403 | 15:13 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h52 | 16:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12413 | 16:10 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h52 | 17:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3371 · Regionale Veloce 3277 | 16:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h55 | 17:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12417 | 16:39 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 17:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale 12432 | 17:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h47 | 17:52 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12423 | 17:08 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h54 | 18:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 795+ Regionale 12438 | 17:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 18:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 673 | 17:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 18:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12433 | 18:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h51 | 19:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3375 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 18:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h55 | 19:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12437 | 18:39 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h01 | 19:40 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12443 | 19:05 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h56 | 20:01 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12447 | 19:39 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h58 | 20:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 679 | 19:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h27 | 20:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12453 | 20:09 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h55 | 21:04 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale 3287 | 20:20 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 21:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 20:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h08 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12463 | 21:04 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h03 | 22:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12471 | 22:13 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h49 | 23:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 687 | 22:47 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h30 | 23:17 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289 | 22:52 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0h43 | 23:35 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, gardens and cultural exhibitions. It offers one of the clearest looks at local aristocratic life and sea views.
Museum rooms within the abbey complex, with historic interiors and displays tied to the site’s religious and noble past. Best combined with the gardens.
A maritime-focused collection inside the castle, presenting local history linked to the coast and navigation in a compact, atmospheric setting.
The town’s palm-lined seafront promenade, ideal for an easy walk past the marina, colourful facades and views across the bay.
A scenic coastal walking route towards Portofino with Mediterranean vegetation, villas and memorable sea views. Popular with both visitors and locals.
Elegant central square facing the basilica, framed by historic buildings and everyday local life. A useful starting point for exploring the old town.
A fragrant sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino and olive oil. A defining Ligurian staple, traditionally served with pasta.
Hand-twisted Ligurian pasta traditionally paired with pesto. It is emblematic of the Riviera and closely tied to home cooking in this area.
Thin chickpea pancake baked in a wood-fired oven with olive oil. A classic Ligurian street food enjoyed for its crisp edges and simple flavour.
Elegant restaurant focused on seafood and Ligurian flavours, with a polished dining room and terrace feel.
Popular casual stop for focaccia, farinata and quick Ligurian bites, ideal for a light local lunch.
Historic seafront restaurant known for Ligurian seafood, pasta and a refined but relaxed atmosphere near the harbour.
Moderate for the Italian Riviera: hotels and seafront dining are pricier in season, while local cafés, trains and simple meals remain manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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Most Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Genova Brignole to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole 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 options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe 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 options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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 options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Free.
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
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