- 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 31 Aug
£7
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£9
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
40 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
44 m
Trains on 31 Aug
105
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Spezia to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Spezia to Portofino will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 105 trains from La Spezia to Portofino, including 63 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 51 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 3258
Regionale Veloce 3258
Regionale Veloce 3266
Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430
FRECCIABIANCA 8616
Intercity 518
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
FRECCIABIANCA 8626
Regionale Veloce 3274Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Spezia to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 55 km
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for La Spezia to Portofino trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 18:06 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 19:06 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 18:06 La Spezia Centrale | 1h04 | 19:10 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 18:06 La Spezia Centrale | 1h04 | 19:10 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12452 | 18:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 19:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12452 | 18:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 19:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12452 | 18:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 19:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 684 | 18:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 684 | 18:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 684 | 18:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 19:27 La Spezia Centrale | 0h42 | 20:09 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 19:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 19:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 19:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 518 | 20:03 La Spezia Centrale | 0h41 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 20:03 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 20:03 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 20:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h43 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 20:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 21:51 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 20:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h43 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 20:46 La Spezia Centrale | 0h46 | 21:32 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 20:46 La Spezia Centrale | 1h09 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 3286 | 21:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h07 | 22:42 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3286 | 21:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h03 | 22:38 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3286 | 21:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h07 | 22:42 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12300 | 22:16 La Spezia Centrale | 1h17 | 23:33 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630+ Regionale 12300 | 22:16 La Spezia Centrale | 1h21 | 23:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3288 | 23:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h14 | 0:24 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3288 | 23:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h18 | 0:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3288 | 23:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h18 | 0:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ Regionale Veloce 3288 | 23:27 La Spezia Centrale | 0h57 | 0:24 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ Regionale Veloce 3288 | 23:27 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 0:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
Regionale 12314 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 2:47 La Spezia Centrale | 2h03 | 4:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12314 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 2:47 La Spezia Centrale | 2h07 | 4:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12314 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 2:47 La Spezia Centrale | 2h07 | 4:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 796 | 4:25 La Spezia Centrale | 0h54 | 5:19 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12310 | 4:30 La Spezia Centrale | 1h15 | 5:45 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12310 | 4:30 La Spezia Centrale | 1h20 | 5:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12310 | 4:30 La Spezia Centrale | 1h20 | 5:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 4:56 La Spezia Centrale | 1h09 | 6:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 4:56 La Spezia Centrale | 1h09 | 6:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 4:56 La Spezia Centrale | 1h03 | 5:59 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 5:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 6:31 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 5:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 6:31 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 5:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 6:27 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 5:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 6:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 5:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 6:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 5:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h15 | 6:55 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 12328 | 6:25 La Spezia Centrale | 1h02 | 7:27 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 12328 | 6:25 La Spezia Centrale | 0h58 | 7:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 12328 | 6:25 La Spezia Centrale | 1h02 | 7:27 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 658 | 6:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h53 | 7:31 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658 | 6:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 7:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658 | 6:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 7:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 7:04 La Spezia Centrale | 1h13 | 8:17 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 7:04 La Spezia Centrale | 1h17 | 8:21 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 7:04 La Spezia Centrale | 1h17 | 8:21 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 662 | 7:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h53 | 8:31 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 | 7:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 8:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 | 7:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 8:40 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 | 7:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 8:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12358 | 8:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h57 | 10:09 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12358 | 8:12 La Spezia Centrale | 2h01 | 10:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12358 | 8:12 La Spezia Centrale | 2h01 | 10:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 | 9:57 La Spezia Centrale | 0h56 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 | 9:57 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 | 9:57 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 666+ Regionale 12370 | 10:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h44 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 666 | 10:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h27 | 11:37 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 10:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1h35 | 11:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 10:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 10:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 10:43 La Spezia Centrale | 1h11 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666 | 10:43 La Spezia Centrale | 0h54 | 11:37 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 12378 | 10:48 La Spezia Centrale | 1h25 | 12:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 794+ Regionale 12378 | 10:48 La Spezia Centrale | 1h25 | 12:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 794 | 10:48 La Spezia Centrale | 1h12 | 12:00 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 | 11:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 12:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 | 11:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h05 | 12:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 | 11:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h05 | 12:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 12:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 13:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 12:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 13:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 12:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 13:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 670 | 12:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 13:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 670 | 12:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 670 | 12:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 13:45 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 13:45 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 13:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h56 | 14:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 14:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 15:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 14:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 15:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 14:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 15:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 674 | 14:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 674 | 14:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 674 | 14:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 15:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1h16 | 16:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 15:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1h16 | 16:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 510 | 15:00 La Spezia Centrale | 0h58 | 15:58 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 15:43 La Spezia Centrale | 0h40 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 15:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 15:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h51 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 15:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 16:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 17:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 16:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 17:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 16:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 17:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 680 | 16:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 16:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 16:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 17:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 17:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 17:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h51 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from La Spezia to Portofino run on average 80 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 47 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 80 |
Direct trains 47 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:46 |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Spezia 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 La Spezia to Portofino trains use the La Spezia Centrale to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare La Spezia and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Spezia Centrale is 2 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chef Express, Moka, Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket. ATMs are located inside the station.
Information desks are located inside the station near the information board.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Centrale: There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
Nearby hotels include Affittacamere Casa Dane, La Siesta, Hotel Mary.
La Spezia Migliarina is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
La Spezia Migliarina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Ticket office support is available at La Spezia Migliarina.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at La Spezia Migliarina: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Spezia Migliarina: Elevators, ramps.
Ca' Di Boschetti is 1 km from La Spezia city centre. Public transport options include:
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