The cheapest and fastest trains from Portofino to Genoa
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Genoa will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 3 trains that leave Portofino for Genoa every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 2 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 coach and train for Portofino to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 30m. 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 train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 25 km
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1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portofino to Genoa train times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Genoa trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12416 | 15:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h05 | 16:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12060 | 15:42 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h44 | 16:26 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12420 | 15:49 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h57 | 16:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12426 | 16:11 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 17:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 16:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h34 | 17:15 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12430 | 16:51 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 17:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12438 | 17:04 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h07 | 18:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3384 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h55 | 18:41 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12440 | 17:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h51 | 18:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12446 | 18:11 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 19:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 684 | 18:41 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h35 | 19:16 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12450 | 18:49 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h57 | 19:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12456 | 19:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h04 | 20:11 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 679 · Intercity 518 | 19:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h18 | 20:34 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3285+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 20:10 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h59 | 21:09 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12470 | 20:51 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h53 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12461+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 21:06 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h25 | 22:31 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12480 | 21:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h13 | 22:59 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 10 January | |||||
![]() | 07:54 Portofino | 0h52 | 08:46 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portofino to Genoa
Trains from Portofino to Genoa run on average 35 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 40m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte from Portofino to Genoa trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Portofino and Genoa from £4. 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 Genoa train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Portofino and Genoa
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Verdi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto
- Trattoria Rosmarino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Bristol Palace
- NH Genova Centro
- Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-6 for intercity trains
- Hall 3: platform 7-9 for high-speed trains
- Metro: Line M
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 12
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Sirenella
- Hotel Castello Miramare
- Hotel Torre Cambiaso
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Regional train services
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