The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
4 h 6 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 24636:457h25Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino14:10Bologna Centrale£151One-way2 changes
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393714:035h22Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino19:25Bologna Centrale£241One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale TTPER 19260 · Regionale TTPER 394317:155h12Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino22:27Bologna Centrale£241One-way2 changes
Regionale 12213 · Regionale TTPER 19234 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39115:284h57Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:25Bologna Centrale£241One-way2 changes
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39156:374h48Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:25Bologna Centrale£241One-way2 changes
Intercity 652+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 24556:074h06Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:13Bologna Centrale£251One-way1 change
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026+
FRECCIAROSSA 95248:244h09Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino12:33Bologna Centrale£491One-way2 changes
Intercity 674 · Intercity 59915:464h16Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino20:02Bologna Centrale£401One-way1 change
Intercity 673+
Regionale Veloce 4060+
FRECCIAROSSA 959218:174h18Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino22:35Bologna Centrale£501One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale 3032+
FRECCIAROSSA 932312:464h23Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino17:09Bologna Centrale£481One-way2 changes
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Compare train and coach for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 170 km
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 12213 · Regionale TTPER 19234 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3911 | 5:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h57 | 10:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2455 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h06 | 10:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 6:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h48 | 11:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463 | 6:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 7h25 | 14:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 7:01 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h24 | 11:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12214+ Intercity 662+ Regionale Veloce 3921 | 8:22 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h03 | 13:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 8:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12358 · Regionale TTPER 2078 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 10:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h11 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 10:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3265+ Intercity 666+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 11:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h55 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19248 · Regionale Veloce 3929 | 11:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 16:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale 3032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 12:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h23 | 17:09 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 13:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h18 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale TTPER 19252 · Regionale TTPER 3933 | 13:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h05 | 18:20 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 670+ BUS L670D+ FRECCIAROSSA 9653 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h18 | 19:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12381 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 14:03 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h22 | 19:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 14:18 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h07 | 19:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 674 · Intercity 599 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h16 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12410 · Regionale TTPER 88124 | 15:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h30 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale TTPER 19260 · Regionale TTPER 3943 | 17:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 22:27 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423+ FRECCIAROSSA 9330 | 17:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h58 | 22:13 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 680+ InterCityNotte 35547 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h25 | 23:11 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 22861 · Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 18:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h19 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 18:17 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h18 | 22:35 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 18:17 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h11 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 20:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h24 | 0:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale run on average 37 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:55, the last at 17:46. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 2:55 |
Last train 17:46 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
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FAQs: Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Bologna Centrale
Most Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Santa Margherita Ligure city centre
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino train station facilities and services
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
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