- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Milan’s leading art museums, with Italian masterpieces from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a historic palace.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£15
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£19
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
2 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
2 h 17 m
Trains on 31 Aug
21
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan 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 to Milan will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 21 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan, including 7 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3047
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044
Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 3021
Intercity 684
Intercity 670
Intercity 652
Intercity 674
Intercity 680Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 126 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£15 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3096 | 18:03 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h07 | 21:10 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044 | 18:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 21:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 19:11 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h29 | 21:40 Milan Rogoredo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12452+ Intercity 639 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h00 | 22:55 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12452 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 19:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h40 | 23:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12458 · Regionale Veloce 2146 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 20:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 23:35 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 679 · Intercity 518+ Regionale Veloce 3047 | 20:16 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h19 | 23:35 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h40 | 7:35 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h18 | 8:25 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653 | 6:13 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 9:05 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 6:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h50 | 9:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12328 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 7:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h17 | 12:45 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 658 | 7:39 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h21 | 10:00 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h37 | 13:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 | 12:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 15:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 670 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 16:00 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 14:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 17:35 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 14:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 17:35 Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 674 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 18:05 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12410+ Intercity 635 | 15:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 19:00 Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:12, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 4:12 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Milan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Milan trip today.
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A refined district of elegant streets, Liberty villas and designer shops, ideal for architecture lovers and quieter walks.
Saffron risotto cooked to a creamy texture with butter and cheese. A signature Milanese dish linked to Lombardy’s love of rich, elegant rice dishes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until crisp. One of Milan’s best-known classics, traditionally served bone-in and prized for its simple, rich flavour.
Slow-braised veal shanks, often with vegetables and wine, usually served with risotto. A historic Lombard comfort dish known for tender meat and marrow.
Refined two-Michelin-star dining by Carlo Cracco in an elegant setting inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Known for modern Italian tasting menus.
Historic Milanese restaurant famed for ossobuco and Risotto alla Milanese. Formal, old-school atmosphere with strong ties to local culinary tradition.
Traditional trattoria celebrated for classic Milanese dishes including cotoletta and cassoeula. Warm, established venue with a loyal local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining run higher than many cities, but public transport is affordable and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Milano Centrale -> Duomo, Milan
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Rogoredo. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan 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
Free.
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.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano 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 options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Rogoredo is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Rogoredo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro, Osteria La Piola
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Rogoredo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Rogoredo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Rogoredo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Rogoredo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Business Palace, Hotel Mistral, Hotel Brenta Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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