The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£4
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
25 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe 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 Genoa Piazza Principe will cost around £4 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 5 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino for Genoa Piazza Principe every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 25 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £4.
Distance: 25 km
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1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe trains for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 670 | 12:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h30 | 13:16 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12392 | 12:56 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h50 | 13:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h40 | 14:26 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12402 | 13:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h51 | 14:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 674 | 14:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h28 | 15:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12412 | 14:56 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h50 | 15:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12403+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 15:06 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h52 | 15:58 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12076 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h40 | 16:26 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12422 | 15:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h48 | 16:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 680 | 16:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h29 | 17:15 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12432 | 16:53 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h53 | 17:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12068 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h40 | 18:26 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12442 | 17:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h51 | 18:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12448 | 18:29 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h58 | 19:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 684 | 18:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h30 | 19:16 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12452 | 18:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h51 | 19:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 3287+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 20:10 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h40 | 20:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12470 | 20:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h47 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12463+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 21:08 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h12 | 22:20 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 12482 | 21:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h02 | 22:59 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3289+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 22:36 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h56 | 23:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe run on average 29 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:54, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 25 km distance in 40m.
Distance 25 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 40m |
First train 07:54 |
Last train 21:36 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, ÖBB Nightjet from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Genoa Piazza Principe from £4. 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 Genoa Piazza Principe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Genoa Piazza Principe 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 Genoa Piazza Principe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Genoa Piazza Principe
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
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