The cheapest and fastest trains from La Spezia to Portofino
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
36 m
Average duration
43 m
Trains per day
106
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.
Of the 106 trains that leave La Spezia for Portofino every day 60 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 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 12238 · Regionale 1245018:121h42La Spezia Centrale19:54Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£71One-way1 change
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 123266:250h58La Spezia Centrale7:23Rapallo station£71One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 327415:441h01La Spezia Centrale16:45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£71One-way0 changes
Regionale 122147:041h13La Spezia Centrale8:17Rapallo station£71One-way0 changes
Regionale 123104:301h15La Spezia Centrale5:45Rapallo station£71One-way0 changes
FRECCIARGENTO 855619:440h36La Spezia Centrale20:20Rapallo station£181One-way0 changes
FRECCIABIANCA 861615:530h40La Spezia Centrale16:33Rapallo station£121One-way0 changes
Intercity 51820:030h41La Spezia Centrale20:44Rapallo station£91One-way0 changes
FRECCIABIANCA 862620:560h46La Spezia Centrale21:42Rapallo station£121One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce 327817:500h51La Spezia Centrale18:41Rapallo station£71One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for La Spezia to Portofino
Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 55 km
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1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
La Spezia to Portofino train times
The table below shows live departures for La Spezia to Portofino trains for today, Thursday 16 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 18:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 18:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:35 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 18:54 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 17:44 La Spezia Centrale | 0h36 | 18:20 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 18:03 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 18:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 18:03 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 18:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 518 | 18:03 La Spezia Centrale | 0h41 | 18:44 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 18:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 19:51 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 18:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h43 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 18:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h43 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 18:56 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 18:56 La Spezia Centrale | 0h46 | 19:42 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 18:56 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12472 | 19:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h35 | 20:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12472 | 19:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h31 | 20:41 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12472 | 19:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h35 | 20:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3290 · treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:05 La Spezia Centrale | 1h50 | 22:55 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3290 · treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:05 La Spezia Centrale | 1h57 | 23:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3290 · treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:05 La Spezia Centrale | 1h57 | 23:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 822+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:23 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 23:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 822+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:23 La Spezia Centrale | 1h32 | 22:55 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 822+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 21:23 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 23:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
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Regionale 12310 | 2:30 La Spezia Centrale | 1h15 | 3:45 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12310 | 2:30 La Spezia Centrale | 1h20 | 3:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12310 | 2:30 La Spezia Centrale | 1h20 | 3:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 2:56 La Spezia Centrale | 1h09 | 4:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 2:56 La Spezia Centrale | 1h09 | 4:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 2:56 La Spezia Centrale | 1h03 | 3:59 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 3:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 4:31 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 3:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1h23 | 4:31 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 3:08 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 4:27 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 3:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 4:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 3:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h19 | 4:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 3:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h15 | 4:55 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 12326 | 4:25 La Spezia Centrale | 0h58 | 5:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 12326 | 4:25 La Spezia Centrale | 1h02 | 5:27 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12320 · Regionale 12326 | 4:25 La Spezia Centrale | 1h02 | 5:27 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 658 | 4:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 5:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658 | 4:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h53 | 5:31 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658 | 4:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 5:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 796 | 4:56 La Spezia Centrale | 0h54 | 5:50 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 5:04 La Spezia Centrale | 1h13 | 6:17 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 5:04 La Spezia Centrale | 1h17 | 6:21 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 5:04 La Spezia Centrale | 1h17 | 6:21 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 36992 | 5:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h12 | 6:24 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 662 | 5:38 La Spezia Centrale | 0h53 | 6:31 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 | 5:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 6:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 | 5:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h59 | 6:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 | 5:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 6:40 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12356 | 6:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h57 | 8:09 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12356 | 6:12 La Spezia Centrale | 2h01 | 8:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12356 | 6:12 La Spezia Centrale | 2h01 | 8:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 | 8:01 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 9:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 | 8:01 La Spezia Centrale | 0h57 | 8:58 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 | 8:01 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 9:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 666 | 8:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h27 | 9:37 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 666+ Regionale 12370 | 8:10 La Spezia Centrale | 1h44 | 9:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 8:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1h35 | 9:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 8:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 9:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 8:15 La Spezia Centrale | 1h39 | 9:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 8:43 La Spezia Centrale | 1h11 | 9:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 8:43 La Spezia Centrale | 1h11 | 9:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666 | 8:43 La Spezia Centrale | 0h54 | 9:37 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 | 9:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h05 | 10:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 | 9:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h05 | 10:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 | 9:40 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 10:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 10:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 10:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 10:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 11:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 670 | 10:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 11:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 670 | 10:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 11:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 670 | 10:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 11:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 11:45 La Spezia Centrale | 0h56 | 12:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 11:45 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 12:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 11:45 La Spezia Centrale | 1h00 | 12:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 12:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 13:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 12:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 13:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 12:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 13:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 674 | 12:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 674 | 12:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 674 | 12:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 13:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510 | 13:00 La Spezia Centrale | 0h58 | 13:58 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 13:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1h16 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 13:00 La Spezia Centrale | 1h16 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:44 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:44 La Spezia Centrale | 0h57 | 14:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:44 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 13:53 La Spezia Centrale | 0h40 | 14:33 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 14:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 15:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 14:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 15:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 14:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 15:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 680 | 14:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 14:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 14:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h51 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:50 La Spezia Centrale | 0h55 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12450 | 16:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 17:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12450 | 16:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h42 | 17:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12450 | 16:12 La Spezia Centrale | 1h38 | 17:50 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 684 | 16:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 684 | 16:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h01 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 684 | 16:38 La Spezia Centrale | 1h06 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from La Spezia to Portofino
Trains from La Spezia to Portofino run on average 69 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 41 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 59m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 69 |
Direct trains 41 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
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FAQs: La Spezia to Portofino train
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.

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Important Stations and Airports in La Spezia and Portofino
- Free WiFi in the station with password displayed on ticket.
- Luggage lockers are located inside the main terminal.
- Chef Express
- Moka
- Wake Up Cafe' Di Bottazzo Paolo
- There are elevators from the parking garage and the road into the station as well as ramps for train access.
- Affittacamere Casa Dane
- La Siesta
- Hotel Mary
- Located inside the station near the information board.
- Bus lines: 6, 9, 17, 20, 22, 23, 28, A, C, L, S, SA, SC
- Train lines: REG, IC, FB
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station entrance.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- The station has a simple layout with two main platforms for regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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