- Recommended
Museo del Castello Brown
Museum inside Castello Brown with furnished rooms, historic photos and exhibitions that explain Portofino’s social history.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£68
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
3 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 24 m
Trains on 23 Sept
71
Distance
377 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Portofino will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 71 trains from Rome to Portofino, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 377 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 35 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.
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale 4122 · Regionale 19346 · Regionale Veloce 3274
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282
InterCityNotte 89512
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+
Regionale Veloce 3282
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+
Regionale Veloce 3261
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+
treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £395.
Distance: 377 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price | £395 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Portofino:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Portofino costing on average £49.
A coach is £360 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Portofino costing on average £395.
Other travel options to Portofino take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 30m.
Coach takes on average 8h 29m.
Tickets start at around £49 compared to roughly £98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £50. The journey takes 5h 30m versus 5h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Intercity, Italo.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Portofino trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 16:15 Rome Termini | 3h54 | 20:09 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 16:15 Rome Termini | 4h43 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8556+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 16:15 Rome Termini | 4h34 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12469 | 16:27 Rome Termini | 5h47 | 22:14 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626+ Regionale 12470 | 16:27 Rome Termini | 5h28 | 21:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 16:27 Rome Termini | 5h05 | 21:32 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale Veloce 4047+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 16:35 Rome Termini | 4h57 | 21:32 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 887+ Regionale 12481 | 17:20 Rome Termini | 6h51 | 0:11 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 887 | 17:20 Rome Termini | 6h00 | 23:20 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 887 | 17:20 Rome Termini | 5h55 | 23:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 19:40 Rome Ostiense | 9h14 | 4:54 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 19:40 Rome Ostiense | 9h10 | 4:50 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale 12310 | 19:40 Rome Ostiense | 10h00 | 5:40 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 20:20 Rome Termini | 4h42 | 1:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 20:20 Rome Termini | 4h24 | 0:44 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8596+ treno 3288 effettuato con bus GE034 | 20:20 Rome Termini | 4h35 | 0:55 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 3360 | 23:59 Rome Tiburtina | 6h45 | 6:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 796+ Regionale 3360 | 23:59 Rome Tiburtina | 6h36 | 6:35 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 796 | 23:59 Rome Tiburtina | 6h32 | 6:31 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
Regionale 4122 · Regionale 19346 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 6:00 Rome Termini | 10h41 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 89512 | 6:06 Rome Ostiense | 5h54 | 12:00 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale 12378 | 6:06 Rome Ostiense | 5h57 | 12:03 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 89512+ Regionale 12378 | 6:06 Rome Ostiense | 6h07 | 12:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 18367 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 6:10 Rome Termini | 10h35 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 18367 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 6:10 Rome Termini | 10h31 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale 12368 | 6:18 Rome Termini | 4h45 | 11:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:18 Rome Termini | 4h39 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale Veloce 3261 | 6:18 Rome Termini | 4h35 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIARGENTO 8588+ Regionale 12369 | 6:18 Rome Termini | 6h29 | 12:47 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 7:15 Rome Termini | 6h52 | 14:07 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 7:15 Rome Termini | 6h47 | 14:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ Intercity 637+ Regionale 12381 | 7:15 Rome Termini | 6h57 | 14:12 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665 | 8:15 Rome Termini | 6h06 | 14:21 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665+ Regionale 12389 | 8:15 Rome Termini | 6h32 | 14:47 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Intercity 665 | 8:15 Rome Termini | 6h01 | 14:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 8:45 Rome Termini | 6h29 | 15:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9620+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale 12399 | 9:20 Rome Termini | 6h26 | 15:46 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9620+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 9:20 Rome Termini | 6h03 | 15:23 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Intercity 510 | 9:57 Rome Termini | 6h01 | 15:58 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 9:57 Rome Termini | 6h09 | 16:06 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 9:57 Rome Termini | 6h19 | 16:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 10:12 Rome Termini | 8h33 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 10:12 Rome Termini | 8h29 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 4130 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 10:12 Rome Termini | 10h42 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 10:15 Rome Termini | 7h24 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 10:15 Rome Termini | 7h29 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 10:30 Rome Termini | 5h14 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 10:30 Rome Termini | 5h09 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:08 Rome Tiburtina | 9h41 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:08 Rome Tiburtina | 9h46 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4100 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 11:08 Rome Tiburtina | 9h50 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale Veloce 3274 | 11:12 Rome Termini | 5h33 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Regionale 12409 | 11:12 Rome Termini | 5h39 | 16:51 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 11:12 Rome Termini | 5h11 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 4033+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 11:35 Rome Termini | 4h48 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 11:35 Rome Termini | 6h09 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 673+ Regionale 12429 | 12:16 Rome Termini | 6h31 | 18:47 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 673 | 12:16 Rome Termini | 6h03 | 18:19 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 673 | 12:16 Rome Termini | 5h58 | 18:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684+ Regionale 12439 | 13:12 Rome Termini | 6h38 | 19:50 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684 | 13:12 Rome Termini | 6h32 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 4500+ Intercity 684 | 13:12 Rome Termini | 6h27 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale 12446 | 13:27 Rome Termini | 5h36 | 19:03 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 13:27 Rome Termini | 5h18 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale Veloce 3278 | 13:27 Rome Termini | 5h14 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9640+ Intercity 679 | 14:20 Rome Termini | 5h54 | 20:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 14:30 Rome Termini | 5h14 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 14:30 Rome Termini | 5h09 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:28 Rome Termini | 5h21 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 1 change | |
Intercity 518 | 15:28 Rome Termini | 5h16 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:28 Rome Termini | 5h30 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
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Trains from Rome to Portofino run on average 61 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 377 km distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 377 km |
Average train duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 61 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri dell'Olivetta, Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Portofino trains use the Roma Termini to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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