The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
48
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 £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393915:155h10Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino20:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale TTPER 209115:156h10Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino21:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 393713:156h10Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino19:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale Veloce 393111:355h50Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino17:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
Regionale 12323 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 39277:597h26Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino15:25Bologna Centrale£221One-way2 changes
Intercity 674+
S13 TRENORD 24462+
FRECCIAROSSA 955915:463h38Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino19:24Bologna Centrale£641One-way2 changes
Intercity 670+
S13 TRENORD 24454+
FRECCIAROSSA 955113:463h38Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino17:24Bologna Centrale£641One-way2 changes
Intercity 680+
FRECCIAROSSA 956717:463h38Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino21:24Bologna Centrale£651One-way1 change
Intercity 658+
S13 TRENORD 24430+
FRECCIAROSSA 95277:393h45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:24Bologna Centrale£571One-way2 changes
Intercity 670+
FRECCIAROSSA 964713:463h48Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino17:34Bologna Centrale£651One-way1 change
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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 £17. 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 £17, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 170 km
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Live departures
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 today, Saturday 6 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12076 · Regionale Veloce 3079+ 9963 | 16:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h08 | 21:54 Bologna Centrale | 3 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale TTPER 19260 · Regionale TTPER 3943 | 17:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 22:27 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 680+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h38 | 21:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 680+ InterCityNotte 765 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h49 | 23:35 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 680+ 9963 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h08 | 21:54 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 18:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h19 | 22:35 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale TTPER 19262 · Regionale TTPER 3945 | 18:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 23:28 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044+ InterCityNotte 755 | 18:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h20 | 0:06 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 684+ InterCityNotte 757 | 19:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h36 | 0:22 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12452+ Intercity 639+ InterCityNotte 757 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h27 | 0:22 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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Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h30 | 9:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9611 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h09 | 9:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h02 | 10:09 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 1711 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h56 | 11:03 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3913 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h18 | 10:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3915 | 6:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h48 | 11:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 658+ S13 TRENORD 24430+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 7:39 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h45 | 11:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 7:39 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h25 | 12:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 658 · Intercity 609 | 7:39 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h17 | 13:56 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12323 · Regionale TTPER 19246 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3927 | 7:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 7h26 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12216+ Intercity 662+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 8:20 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h04 | 12:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 8:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h24 | 12:48 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale 18513 · Regionale 17824 | 8:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h31 | 13:55 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12356 · 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 | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale Veloce 4032+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 10:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h17 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 10:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h06 | 15:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2467 | 10:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h12 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3097+ Intercity 666+ FRECCIAROSSA 9639 | 11:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h10 | 15:34 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale TTPER 19250 · Regionale Veloce 3931 | 11:35 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h50 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12372+ Intercity 745+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 11:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h37 | 16:34 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12372 · Regionale Veloce 3071 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 11:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h13 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12367+ Intercity 511 · Intercity 590 | 12:38 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h26 | 18:04 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 19254 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937 | 13:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h10 | 19:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 670+ S13 TRENORD 24454+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h38 | 17:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TTPER 2473 · Regionale TTPER 17419 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h24 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 670 · Intercity 599 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h16 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 670+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h48 | 17:34 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12392+ Intercity 1539+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 | 13:56 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h46 | 18:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12396 · Regionale Veloce 3075 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 14:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h02 | 20:16 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 | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19256 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h10 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367+ Intercity 596 | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h27 | 20:42 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h19 | 21:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 674+ S13 TRENORD 24462+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h38 | 19:24 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h48 | 19:34 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12412 · Regionale TTPER 2090 | 15:56 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h29 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12416 · Regionale Veloce 3079 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 16:17 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h08 | 21:25 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
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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 £21 but you can travel from only £17 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 £21 |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 2:55 |
Last train 17:46 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Bologna Centrale from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- 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.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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