The cheapest and fastest trains from Portofino to Florence
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 23 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Florence will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Portofino for Florence 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 174 km distance in an average of 5 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 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 coach, train and flight for Portofino to Florence
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a flight costs an average of £58.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £146 Average Price |
3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Portofino to Florence train times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Florence trains for today, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 19351 · Tuscany Line 18282 | 05:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h31 | 10:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 19351 · Tuscany Line 18282 | 05:41 Rapallo station | 4h27 | 10:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 22824+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 05:51 Zoagli station | 3h13 | 09:04 Florence Campo di Marte | 1 change | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 06:12 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 09:04 Florence Campo di Marte | 1 change | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ TUSCANY LINE 4018 | 06:12 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 09:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ TUSCANY LINE 4018 | 06:21 Zoagli station | 2h40 | 09:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ TUSCANY LINE 4018 | 06:28 Rapallo station | 2h33 | 09:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 06:41 Rapallo station | 2h23 | 09:04 Florence Campo di Marte | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · TUSCANY LINE 4028 | 06:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h02 | 11:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · TUSCANY LINE 4028 | 07:03 Rapallo station | 3h58 | 11:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 19355 · Regionale 18413 | 07:08 Zoagli station | 7h00 | 14:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · TUSCANY LINE 4028 | 07:08 Zoagli station | 3h53 | 11:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 4026 | 07:13 Zoagli station | 3h20 | 10:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 4026 | 07:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h09 | 10:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 651+ TUSCANY LINE 4026 | 07:29 Rapallo station | 3h04 | 10:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12331+ Intercity 505+ TUSCANY LINE 4030 | 07:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h34 | 11:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12331+ Intercity 505+ TUSCANY LINE 4030 | 08:08 Zoagli station | 3h25 | 11:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 505+ TUSCANY LINE 4030 | 08:22 Rapallo station | 3h11 | 11:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12356+ Intercity 657+ TUSCANY LINE 4032 | 09:04 Zoagli station | 3h29 | 12:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 657+ TUSCANY LINE 4032 | 09:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h17 | 12:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 657+ TUSCANY LINE 4032 | 09:21 Rapallo station | 3h12 | 12:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12366 · Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 10:04 Zoagli station | 4h04 | 14:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 10:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 14:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 10:19 Rapallo station | 3h49 | 14:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12359+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Tuscany Line 4038 | 10:52 Zoagli station | 3h41 | 14:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12361+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Tuscany Line 4038 | 11:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h28 | 14:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12361+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Tuscany Line 4038 | 11:10 Rapallo station | 3h23 | 14:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12367+ Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 11:38 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 15:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12367+ Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 11:48 Zoagli station | 3h13 | 15:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 511+ Regionale Veloce 4040 | 12:03 Rapallo station | 2h58 | 15:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12386 · Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:04 Zoagli station | 4h04 | 16:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 16:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 12:19 Rapallo station | 3h49 | 16:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 18401 | 13:13 Zoagli station | 4h55 | 18:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19367 · ETRUSCHI LINE 4048 | 13:13 Zoagli station | 4h20 | 17:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12381+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 13:13 Zoagli station | 3h55 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 13:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h45 | 17:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 13:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h52 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 13:21 Rapallo station | 3h47 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 13:21 Rapallo station | 3h40 | 17:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12391+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 14:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h59 | 17:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12406 · Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 14:04 Zoagli station | 4h04 | 18:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12406+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 14:04 Zoagli station | 2h57 | 17:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 14:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 18:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · ETRUSCHI LINE 4048 | 14:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 17:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 14:19 Rapallo station | 3h49 | 18:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · ETRUSCHI LINE 4048 | 14:19 Rapallo station | 3h14 | 17:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 14:25 Rapallo station | 2h36 | 17:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12397+ Intercity 669+ Tuscany Line 4052 | 14:47 Zoagli station | 3h46 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12401+ Intercity 669+ Tuscany Line 4052 | 15:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h31 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 669+ Tuscany Line 4052 | 15:21 Rapallo station | 3h12 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12426+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ TUSCANY LINE 4058 | 16:04 Zoagli station | 3h29 | 19:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12426 · Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 16:04 Zoagli station | 4h04 | 20:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 19375 · TUSCANY LINE 4058 | 16:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 19:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 16:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 20:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 19375 · TUSCANY LINE 4058 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 3h14 | 19:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 16:19 Rapallo station | 3h49 | 20:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ TUSCANY LINE 4058 | 16:37 Rapallo station | 2h56 | 19:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12438+ Intercity 673+ TUSCANY LINE 4060 | 17:00 Zoagli station | 3h39 | 20:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 22879 · Regionale 19379 · TUSCANY LINE 4062 | 17:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h23 | 21:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 22879 · Regionale 19379 · TUSCANY LINE 4062 | 17:14 Rapallo station | 4h18 | 21:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673+ TUSCANY LINE 4060 | 17:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 20:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 673+ TUSCANY LINE 4060 | 17:21 Rapallo station | 3h18 | 20:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12456+ Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 19:05 Zoagli station | 3h45 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 19:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h34 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 19:21 Rapallo station | 3h29 | 22:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Portofino to Florence
Trains from Portofino to Florence run on average 64 times per day, taking around 2h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 2h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 64 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia from Portofino to Florence trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia trains will get you between Portofino and Florence from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portofino to Florence train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portofino and Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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