The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan 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 Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Milan for Santa Margherita Ligure every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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 Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 126 km
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Live departures
Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 651 | 05:10 Milan Centrale | 2h12 | 07:22 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3013 · Regionale 12339 | 05:25 Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 08:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3015 | 06:25 Milan Centrale | 2h33 | 08:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 657 | 07:05 Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 09:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3017 · Regionale 12359 | 07:30 Milan Centrale | 3h11 | 10:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 659+ Regionale 12361 | 08:10 Milan Centrale | 2h54 | 11:04 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | On time 10:10 Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 13:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 665 | 11:10 Milan Centrale | 2h04 | 13:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 14:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 12410 | 12:10 Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 14:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 669+ Regionale 12407 | 13:05 Milan Centrale | 2h36 | 15:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 13:25 Milan Centrale | 3h12 | 16:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 22857 · Regionale 3277 | 13:25 Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 16:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Intercity 641+ Regionale 12421 | 14:10 Milan Centrale | 2h52 | 17:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3031 · Regionale 12427 | 14:45 Milan Rogoredo | 2h52 | 17:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 673 | 15:05 Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 17:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 15:25 Milan Centrale | 2h49 | 18:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 675+ Regionale 12441 | 16:05 Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 19:01 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 679 | 17:05 Milan Centrale | 2h09 | 19:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale 12451 | 17:25 Milan Centrale | 2h36 | 20:01 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 17:25 Milan Centrale | 2h44 | 20:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 18:05 Milan Centrale | 2h51 | 20:56 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3039 · Regionale 12471 | 18:45 Milan Rogoredo | 3h17 | 22:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3275 | 19:25 Milan Centrale | 3h10 | 22:35 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 687 | 20:10 Milan Centrale | 2h07 | 22:17 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure
Trains from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:41, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 00:41 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Milan and Santa Margherita Ligure from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Santa Margherita Ligure
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Roberto Cozzi.
- Ristorante Greco
- Osteria della Stazione
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Hotel Greco
- Hotel Gala
- Novotel Milano Nord Ca Granda
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 7
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Ristorante El Brellin
- Osteria del Binari
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Milano Navigli
- Maison Borella
- Art Hotel Navigli
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for regional and local trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M2
- Tram: Line 2, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Viale Isonzo.
- Berberè Milano Porta Romana
- Rossopomodoro Milano Porta Romana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Five
- Grand Visconti Palace
- Hotel Porta Romana
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Certosa.
- Burger King
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Mirage
- Klima Hotel Milano Fiere
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 14
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several parking lots in the vicinity.
- Trattoria Casa Fontana
- Osteria del Treno
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Valganna
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Lines 82, 92
- Tram: Line 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Hotel Gala
- Free
- The station is part of the Milan Passante railway, serving as its north-western gate.
- Metro: Line M5
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, but not directly at the station.
- STK Steakhouse
- Ristorante Piazza Repubblica
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Principe di Savoia
- ME Milan Il Duca
- Hotel Manin
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for Milan Passante railway
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Viale Regina Giovanna.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Maruzzella
- Osteria del Treno
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Sanpi Milano
- Worldhotel Cristoforo Colombo
- Hotel Fenice
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M1
- Tram: Line 5, Line 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ristorante Al Vecchio Porco
- Osteria dei Vecchi Sapori
- Outside the main entrance.
- Free of charge
- Radisson Blu Hotel Milan
- Hotel Sunflower
- Hotel Berlino
- Free
- Tram: Line 12
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazzale Luigi Cadorna.
- Ristorante Cracco
- Obicà Mozzarella Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Palazzo delle Stelline
- Hotel Lancaster
- Hotel Metrò
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for trains to regional and suburban destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- El Cafe De Milan 2
- Al Paradiso Della Pizza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Ares Milano
- Eco-Hotel La Residenza
- Hotel Ornato
- Located in the main hall
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with various options for short and long-term stays.
- Ristorante Controvento
- Osteria delle Corti
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mozart
- Enterprise Hotel
- Hotel Nasco
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access for suburban and regional trains
- Metro: Line M5
- Tram: Line 1, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, accessible from Viale Enrico Forlanini.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Molise 2
- Hotel Del Sud
- Free
- The station is a single-level structure with two platforms serving suburban and regional trains.
- Tram: Line 27
- Bus: Several lines available including Line 73 to Linate Airport
- Train: S9 suburban line
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Hotel MM Dateo
- Hotel Dateo Milano
- Free
- The station is underground with two main platforms for the Milan Passante railway.
- Metro: Line S1, Line S2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Viale Tibaldi.
- Ristorante Bocconi
- Trattoria del Pescatore
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Bocconi
- Hotel D'Este
- Hotel Palladio
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional and suburban trains
- Bus: Several lines available including bus no. 90 and 91
- 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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