
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
39 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
44 m
Trains on 17 Sept
26
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monterosso al Mare 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 Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 26 trains from Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure, including 13 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 49 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.
Intercity 652
Intercity 684
Intercity 670
Intercity 658
Intercity 674
Regionale Veloce 3274
Intercity 658
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12302 · Regionale Veloce 3261
Regionale Veloce 3270
Intercity 684Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 41 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price | £16 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure:
A train is £2 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Santa Margherita Ligure take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 3m.
The journey is about 14m faster (51m by train vs 1h 5m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£8 vs £16). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12480 | 21:39 Monterosso | 1h17 | 22:56 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
Regionale 12310 | 4:55 Monterosso | 0h55 | 5:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 5:14 Monterosso | 0h51 | 6:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 5:33 Monterosso | 0h58 | 6:31 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 6:04 Monterosso | 0h55 | 6:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 658 | 6:54 Monterosso | 0h43 | 7:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 7:27 Monterosso | 0h54 | 8:21 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12358 | 8:36 Monterosso | 1h37 | 10:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 12302 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 10:14 Monterosso | 0h43 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 666+ Regionale 12370 | 10:33 Monterosso | 1h21 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 10:39 Monterosso | 1h15 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22916 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 11:47 Monterosso | 0h58 | 12:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 12:36 Monterosso | 1h18 | 13:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 670 | 12:55 Monterosso | 0h49 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 14:01 Monterosso | 0h44 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 14:36 Monterosso | 1h18 | 15:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 674 | 14:55 Monterosso | 0h49 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 15:23 Monterosso | 0h53 | 16:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 16:06 Monterosso | 0h39 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 16:36 Monterosso | 1h18 | 17:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 680 | 16:55 Monterosso | 0h49 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22940 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 17:47 Monterosso | 0h58 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12450 | 18:36 Monterosso | 1h18 | 19:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 684 | 18:55 Monterosso | 0h49 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 19:55 Monterosso | 1h03 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 20:36 Monterosso | 1h19 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
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Trains from Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 21 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 49m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
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Discover the best of Santa Margherita Ligure — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santa Margherita Ligure trip today.
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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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri della Libertà, Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monterosso al Mare 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.

Most Monterosso al Mare to Santa Margherita Ligure trains use the Monterosso to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Monterosso al Mare and Santa Margherita Ligure train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Monterosso 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 Miky, Ristorante Belvedere
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Monterosso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Monterosso.
Available at Monterosso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Monterosso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Monterosso: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Porto Roca, Hotel Palme, Hotel Margherita.
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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