The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£53
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome 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 Rome will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
To travel from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome you need to make at least one change.
Regionale Veloce 3273 · Regionale 19367 · Regionale Veloce 413715:156h48Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino22:03Rome Termini£331One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 413511:158h33Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino19:48Rome Termini£331One-way2 changes
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale Veloce 41316:379h12Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino15:49Rome Ostiense£331One-way3 changes
Regionale 12311+
FRECCIARGENTO 85517:124h24Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:36Rome Termini£361One-way1 change
Intercity 665+
Regionale 18399 · Regionale Veloce 413714:187h30Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino21:48Rome Ostiense£371One-way2 changes
Regionale 12311+
FRECCIARGENTO 85517:124h24Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:36Rome Termini£361One-way1 change
Intercity 673+
FRECCIARGENTO 859118:164h45Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino23:01Rome Termini£671One-way1 change
Regionale 12391+
FRECCIABIANCA 861915:025h01Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino20:03Rome Termini£441One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 3277+
FRECCIAROSSA 862317:155h03Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino22:18Rome Termini£421One-way1 change
Intercity 651+
Regionale Veloce 4026+
FRECCIAROSSA 94118:245h06Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino13:30Rome Termini£591One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a coach costs an average of £10.
Distance: 380 km
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price |
5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:19 Santa Margherita Ligure | 8h29 | 17:48 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:19 Santa Margherita Ligure | 8h29 | 18:48 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:14 Santa Margherita Ligure | 6h34 | 19:48 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:15 Santa Margherita Ligure | 6h08 | 21:23 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:06 Santa Margherita Ligure | 7h37 | 4:43 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3016+ FRECCIARGENTO 8583 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h10 | 10:05 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Regionale 3257 · Regionale TTPER 19238 · Regionale 19351 · Regionale Veloce 4131 | 6:37 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 9h12 | 15:49 Rome Ostiense | 3 changes | |
Regionale 12311+ FRECCIARGENTO 8551 | 7:12 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 4h24 | 11:36 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Intercity 658+ FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 7:39 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h31 | 14:10 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Intercity 651+ Regionale Veloce 4026+ FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 8:24 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h06 | 13:30 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12337+ Intercity 505 | 8:59 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h34 | 14:33 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028+ FRECCIAROSSA 9637 | 10:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 6h12 | 17:10 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3265 · Regionale 19361 · Regionale Veloce 4135 | 11:15 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 8h33 | 19:48 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 380 km |
Average train duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome trainsIntercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Intercity Notte, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Rome from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Regionale
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FAQs: Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santa Margherita Ligure and Rome
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Rome trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Roma Termini station pair, with some services arriving at Roma Ostiense. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Rome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Margherita Ligure station do trains to Rome leave from?
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.
Which Rome station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini train station facilities and services
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Roma Ostiense from Rome city centre
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense train station facilities and services
Roma Ostiense 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 and drink
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Getting to Roma Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina train station facilities and services
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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