
1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Pets (under 10kg)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
47 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 4 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station 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 Vernazza station will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 44 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 29m faster (59m by train vs 1h 28m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £17). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3257 · Regionale 12217 | 6:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h31 | 8:08 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIABIANCA 8605+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22904 | 7:12 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h28 | 8:40 Vernazza station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 12321 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 7:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h17 | 9:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Intercity 651+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22905 | 8:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h52 | 9:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12337 · Regionale 12221 | 8:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h26 | 10:25 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12339 · Regionale 12223 | 9:42 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h43 | 11:25 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Intercity 657+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22913 | 10:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 11:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22917 | 11:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h01 | 12:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12361 · Regionale 12227 | 12:05 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h20 | 13:25 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3269 | 13:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h47 | 14:02 Vernazza station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12381 | 14:03 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h20 | 15:23 Vernazza station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 665+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22929 | 14:18 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 0h58 | 15:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3273 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22933 | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h01 | 16:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12401 · Regionale 12235 | 16:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h23 | 17:25 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12411 | 17:02 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h23 | 18:25 Vernazza station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3277 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22941 | 17:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h01 | 18:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 22861 | 18:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h18 | 19:27 Vernazza station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 673+ 5 TERRE EXPRESS 22945 | 18:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h00 | 19:16 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12431 | 19:03 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h20 | 20:23 Vernazza station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3281 · Regionale 12431 | 19:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h08 | 20:23 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3283 · Regionale 12243 | 20:09 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h14 | 21:23 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Intercity 679+ Regionale 12243 | 20:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h07 | 21:23 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3285 · Regionale 12245 | 21:10 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h13 | 22:23 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
Regionale 12469 · Regionale 12247 | 22:06 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1h30 | 23:36 Vernazza station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station run on average 20 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 16:03. The fastest train covers the 44 km distance in 42m.
Distance 44 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 4:37 |
Last train 16:03 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station 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 Vernazza station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Vernazza station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino and Vernazza station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
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Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
Vernazza has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Pippo a Vernazza, Gelateria Vernazza, Belforte
Ticket office support is available at Vernazza.
Available at Vernazza: Taxis, WC.
Available at Vernazza: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vernazza: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Albergo Barbara, Hotel Gianni Franzi, La Mala.