The cheapest and fastest trains from Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 27 trains that leave Riomaggiore for Santa Margherita Ligure every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22916 · Regionale Veloce 326611:281h17Riomaggiore station12:45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 328219:431h15Riomaggiore station20:58Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way0 changes
Regionale 228245:491h10Riomaggiore station6:59Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce 3290 · treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE03423:141h48Riomaggiore station1:02Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way1 change
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 1247221:181h27Riomaggiore station22:45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 327817:580h47Riomaggiore station18:45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce 327013:530h52Riomaggiore station14:45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way0 changes
Regionale Veloce 327415:520h53Riomaggiore station16:45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way0 changes
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22910 · Regionale Veloce 32619:551h07Riomaggiore station11:02Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way1 change
Regionale 122147:121h09Riomaggiore station8:21Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino£121One-way0 changes
Live departures
Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure train times
The table below shows live departures for Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Sunday 12 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 23:10 Riomaggiore station | 3h44 | 2:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
| Monday 13 April | |||||
Regionale 12310 | 2:39 Riomaggiore station | 1h11 | 3:50 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12316 | 3:17 Riomaggiore station | 1h14 | 4:31 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22824 | 3:49 Riomaggiore station | 1h10 | 4:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12214 | 5:12 Riomaggiore station | 1h09 | 6:21 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12215 · Regionale Veloce 3258 | 5:22 Riomaggiore station | 1h22 | 6:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12218 · Regionale 12356 | 6:21 Riomaggiore station | 1h52 | 8:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22910 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 7:55 Riomaggiore station | 1h07 | 9:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12222 · Regionale 12370 | 8:24 Riomaggiore station | 1h30 | 9:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22916 · Regionale Veloce 3266 | 9:28 Riomaggiore station | 1h17 | 10:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12226 · Regionale 12390 | 10:21 Riomaggiore station | 1h33 | 11:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22920+ Intercity 670 | 10:28 Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 11:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 | 11:53 Riomaggiore station | 0h52 | 12:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 12:21 Riomaggiore station | 1h33 | 13:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22928+ Intercity 674 | 12:28 Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12229+ Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 12:38 Riomaggiore station | 1h38 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 | 13:52 Riomaggiore station | 0h53 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12234 · Regionale 12430 | 14:21 Riomaggiore station | 1h33 | 15:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22936+ Intercity 680 | 14:28 Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 | 15:58 Riomaggiore station | 0h47 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12238 · Regionale 12450 | 16:21 Riomaggiore station | 1h33 | 17:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
5 TERRE EXPRESS 22944+ Intercity 684 | 16:28 Riomaggiore station | 1h16 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3282 | 17:43 Riomaggiore station | 1h15 | 18:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 18:21 Riomaggiore station | 1h34 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 12431+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 18:35 Riomaggiore station | 1h20 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12472 | 19:18 Riomaggiore station | 1h27 | 20:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure
Trains from Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 52m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 0:12 |
Last train 23:49 |
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FAQs: Riomaggiore to Santa Margherita Ligure train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore and Santa Margherita Ligure
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is limited
- nearby parking options are available outside the town center.
- Binariozero
- Enoteca Dau Cila
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Villa Argentina
- Hotel La Zorza
- Hotel Due Gemelli
- The station is a small, single-level building with two platforms for regional train services.
- Train: Regional trains to other Cinque Terre villages and La Spezia
- Bus: Local bus services available
- 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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