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Museo del Castello Brown
Museum inside Castello Brown with furnished rooms, historic photos and exhibitions that explain Portofino’s social history.
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£49
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£102
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
5 h 58 m
Trains on 15 Oct
52
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Naples to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Naples to Portofino will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 52 trains from Naples to Portofino, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 565 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 13 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.
InterCityNotte 796
InterCityNotte 796+
Regionale 12310
InterCityNotte 796+
Regionale 12310
Intercity 822+
treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016
Intercity 822+
treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 8556
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 8556+
Regionale 12447
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 8556+
Regionale Veloce 3282Trains from Naples to Portofino run on average 42 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 565 km distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 565 km |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:46 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Naples to Portofino trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9606 · FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12376 | 4:55 Naples Centrale | 7h08 | 12:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9606 · FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Regionale 12370 | 4:55 Naples Centrale | 6h59 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9606 · FRECCIAROSSA 8606+ Intercity 666 | 4:55 Naples Centrale | 6h42 | 11:37 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 5:35 Napoli Afragola | 8h27 | 14:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 5:35 Napoli Afragola | 8h37 | 14:12 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 5:35 Napoli Afragola | 8h32 | 14:07 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 12387 | 6:40 Naples Centrale | 8h11 | 14:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665 | 6:40 Naples Centrale | 7h36 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665 | 6:40 Naples Centrale | 7h41 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 7:40 Naples Centrale | 7h43 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Intercity 510 | 8:15 Naples Centrale | 7h43 | 15:58 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 8:15 Naples Centrale | 7h51 | 16:06 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 8:50 Naples Centrale | 6h54 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 8:50 Naples Centrale | 6h49 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 10:20 Naples Centrale | 6h03 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 10:20 Naples Centrale | 6h25 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale 12407 | 10:20 Naples Centrale | 6h31 | 16:51 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 10:31 Naples Centrale | 9h13 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale 18303+ Intercity 684 | 10:31 Naples Centrale | 9h08 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 590 · Intercity 887 | 10:31 Naples Centrale | 12h44 | 23:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 673 | 10:45 Naples Centrale | 7h29 | 18:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 673+ Regionale 12427 | 10:45 Naples Centrale | 8h02 | 18:47 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 673 | 10:45 Naples Centrale | 7h34 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 12:20 Naples Centrale | 6h21 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale 12446 | 12:20 Naples Centrale | 6h43 | 19:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 12:20 Naples Centrale | 6h25 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 12:35 Naples Centrale | 7h04 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 12:35 Naples Centrale | 7h09 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9640+ Intercity 679 | 12:50 Naples Centrale | 7h24 | 20:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 13:26 Naples Centrale | 7h23 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 518 | 13:26 Naples Centrale | 7h18 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 552 · Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 13:26 Naples Centrale | 7h32 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 8556+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 14:45 Naples Centrale | 6h13 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 8556+ Regionale 12447 | 14:45 Naples Centrale | 6h02 | 20:47 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588 · FRECCIAROSSA 8556 | 14:45 Naples Centrale | 5h24 | 20:09 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12461 | 15:00 Naples Centrale | 7h14 | 22:14 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 15:00 Naples Centrale | 6h32 | 21:32 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 15:00 Naples Centrale | 6h55 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 887 | 15:45 Naples Centrale | 7h35 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 887 | 15:45 Naples Centrale | 7h30 | 23:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
9992 | 16:13 Naples Centrale | 7h15 | 23:28 Genoa Brignole | 0 changesdirect | |
9992 | 16:13 Naples Centrale | 7h01 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
9992 | 16:31 Napoli Afragola | 6h43 | 23:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
9992 | 16:31 Napoli Afragola | 6h57 | 23:28 Genoa Brignole | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 17:31 Naples Centrale | 11h19 | 4:50 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 17:31 Naples Centrale | 11h23 | 4:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 18:35 Naples Centrale | 6h27 | 1:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 18:35 Naples Centrale | 6h09 | 0:44 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 18:35 Naples Centrale | 6h20 | 0:55 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 12310 | 21:38 Naples Centrale | 8h02 | 5:40 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 12310 | 21:38 Naples Centrale | 8h12 | 5:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 796 | 21:38 Naples Centrale | 7h41 | 5:19 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
Official public transport app
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri dell'Olivetta, Portofino
The most popular day trips by train from Portofino are Santa Margherita Ligure, Rapallo, Camogli, Sestri Levante and Genoa. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Portofino on Omio.

Santa Margherita Ligure is a stylish seaside town on the Ligurian coast, known for its pastel harbourfront and lively marina. It blends Riviera elegance with a relaxed local feel and is a handy base for visiting Portofino and nearby coves.

Rapallo is a Ligurian seaside town known for its pastel waterfront, palm-lined promenade and relaxed Riviera character. Its small historic centre, marina and hilltop sanctuary give it a traditional resort feel on the Gulf of Tigullio.

Camogli is a small Ligurian fishing town known for pastel waterfront houses and a pebbly beach. Its harbour, seafood culture and steep lanes give it a relaxed, lived-in Riviera character.

Sestri Levante is a Ligurian seaside town known for the Bay of Silence and the Bay of Fairy Tales. Pastel houses, a compact old centre and a fishing heritage give it a calm, elegant character.

Genoa is a historic Ligurian port known for its maritime past, grand palaces and maze-like old town. Its busy harbour, seafood culture and weathered elegance give the city a distinctly seafaring feel.
There are 32 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 27m.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Naples 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 Naples to Portofino trains use the Napoli Centrale to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino station pair. Use this guide to compare Naples and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Napoli Centrale is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Tentazioni Cafe, Burger King, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Cafè, Caffè Toraldo, Chalet Ciro, Cibiamo, Chef Express, Eccellenze Della Costiera, 100 Montaditos, & more
Free WiFi throughout the station. ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 21:10. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is kiPoint luggage storage is located close to Platform 2, open daily from 06:00 to 23:00. .
Available at Napoli Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Centrale: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Centrale: The station is fully accessible. The Sala Blu office provides services and assists customers with disabilities. .
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Europa, Starhotels Terminus, B&B Hotel Napoli.
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi is 2 km from Naples city centre. Public transport options include:
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: La Cantina dei Mille, Antica Pizzeria da Michele
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include UNAHOTELS Napoli, Starhotels Terminus, Hotel Ideal.
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