The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£19
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£25
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
2 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
3 h 3 m
Trains on 06 Sept
27
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
To travel from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 1840115:153h53Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino19:08Florence Santa Maria Novella£191One-way1 change
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 185136:375h15Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:52Florence Santa Maria Novella£191One-way3 changes
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 1842317:153h53Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino21:08Florence Santa Maria Novella£191One-way1 change
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19345 · Regionale Veloce 182765:284h05Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino9:33Florence Santa Maria Novella£191One-way2 changes
Regionale 12323 · Regionale 19357 · Regionale Veloce 40327:595h34Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino13:33Florence Santa Maria Novella£191One-way2 changes
Regionale 12311+
FRECCIABIANCA 8605+
Regionale Veloce 40187:122h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:01Florence Santa Maria Novella£221One-way2 changes
Regionale 12395+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 404615:052h56Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino18:01Florence Santa Maria Novella£331One-way2 changes
Regionale 12395+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619+
Regionale Veloce 404615:052h56Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino18:01Florence Santa Maria Novella£331One-way2 changes
Intercity 657+
Regionale Veloce 403210:163h17Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino13:33Florence Santa Maria Novella£251One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 3277+
FRECCIAROSSA 8623+
Regionale Veloce 405817:153h18Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino20:33Florence Santa Maria Novella£321One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, while a coach costs an average of £29.
Distance: 174 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average £29.
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 1m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £50 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £31. The journey takes 3h 1m versus 2h 25m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h09 | 10:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12213 · Regionale 19343 · Regionale Veloce 4016 | 5:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h05 | 9:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 652+ FRECCIAROSSA 9391 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h43 | 10:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale 18282 | 6:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h31 | 11:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3 changes | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ Regionale Veloce 4018 | 7:12 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 10:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · Regionale 4028 | 7:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h02 | 12:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026 | 8:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h09 | 11:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12335+ Intercity 505+ Regionale Veloce 4030 | 9:00 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h33 | 12:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 657+ Regionale Veloce 4032 | 10:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h17 | 13:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 18413 | 11:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 15:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 18393 | 11:35 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h33 | 16:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3005 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4038 | 11:35 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h58 | 15:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12363+ FRECCIABIANCA 8613+ Regionale Veloce 4038 | 12:10 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 15:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12369+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 18306 | 12:38 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 16:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 · Regionale 18415 | 13:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 17:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 | 14:18 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h50 | 18:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 665+ Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 4046 | 14:18 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h43 | 18:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12395+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619+ Regionale Veloce 4046 | 15:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h56 | 18:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 18401 | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 19:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 4048 | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 18:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12405+ Intercity 669+ Regionale Veloce 4056 | 16:06 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h55 | 20:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · Regionale 18423 | 17:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h53 | 21:08 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3277+ FRECCIAROSSA 8623+ Regionale Veloce 4058 | 17:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h18 | 20:33 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
Intercity 673+ Regionale Veloce 4060 | 18:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h23 | 21:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 18330 | 20:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h34 | 23:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
Regionale 12251+ InterCityNotte 799+ Regionale 18250 | 0:12 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h16 | 5:28 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 16:16. The fastest train covers the 174 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 174 km |
Average train duration 3h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 3:28 |
Last train 16:16 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Florence Santa Maria Novella
Most Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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