- Recommended
Museo del Castello Brown
Museum inside Castello Brown with furnished rooms, historic photos and exhibitions that explain Portofino’s social history.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 28 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
35
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Siena to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Siena to Portofino will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
To travel from Siena to Portofino you need to make at least 2 changes.
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270
Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 3261
Regionale 18226 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278
Regionale 19044 · Regionale 18307+
FRECCIARGENTO 8556
Regionale 19046 · Regionale Veloce 4047+
FRECCIABIANCA 8626
Regionale 19044 · Regionale 18307+
Intercity 518
Regionale 18222 · Regionale 18371+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18361+
Intercity 670Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Siena to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 202 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£21 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Siena to Portofino trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 5:00 Siena station | 5h57 | 10:57 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19030 · Regionale 18355 · Regionale Veloce 3261 | 5:00 Siena station | 5h53 | 10:53 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18208 · Regionale Veloce 4013+ Intercity 666 | 6:36 Siena station | 5h03 | 11:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18212 · Regionale 18357+ InterCityNotte 89512 | 7:02 Siena station | 4h58 | 12:00 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19115+ Intercity 510+ Regionale 12416 | 8:02 Siena station | 8h04 | 16:06 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19115+ Intercity 510 | 8:02 Siena station | 7h56 | 15:58 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 9:18 Siena station | 5h27 | 14:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 9:18 Siena station | 4h26 | 13:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18361 · Regionale Veloce 3270 | 9:18 Siena station | 5h23 | 14:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18218 · Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 9:18 Siena station | 4h21 | 13:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18220 · Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 11:18 Siena station | 4h26 | 15:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18220 · Regionale 18367+ Intercity 674 | 11:18 Siena station | 4h21 | 15:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18222 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:18 Siena station | 4h27 | 16:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18222 · Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 | 12:18 Siena station | 4h23 | 16:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18222 · Regionale 18371+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 12:18 Siena station | 4h05 | 16:23 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18224 · Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 13:18 Siena station | 4h26 | 17:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18224 · Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 13:18 Siena station | 4h21 | 17:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19121+ Intercity 684 | 13:32 Siena station | 6h12 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 change | |
Regionale 19121+ Intercity 684+ Regionale 12439 | 13:32 Siena station | 6h18 | 19:50 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19121+ Intercity 684 | 13:32 Siena station | 6h07 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 1 change | |
Regionale 19121+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale 12446 | 13:32 Siena station | 5h31 | 19:03 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18226 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 14:18 Siena station | 4h23 | 18:41 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18226 · Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 | 14:18 Siena station | 4h27 | 18:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:18 Siena station | 5h36 | 20:54 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:18 Siena station | 5h40 | 20:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18381 · Regionale Veloce 3282 | 15:18 Siena station | 5h31 | 20:49 Zoagli station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale Veloce 4043+ Intercity 684 | 15:18 Siena station | 4h26 | 19:44 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18228 · Regionale 18381+ Intercity 684 | 15:18 Siena station | 4h21 | 19:39 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale 18307+ Intercity 518 | 16:41 Siena station | 4h03 | 20:44 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19044 · Regionale 18307+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 16:41 Siena station | 3h28 | 20:09 Rapallo station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Siena to Portofino run on average 28 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 4h 26m.
Distance 202 km |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 0:03 |
Last train 23:36 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 3 days |
Discover the best of Portofino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Portofino trip today.
Museum inside Castello Brown with furnished rooms, historic photos and exhibitions that explain Portofino’s social history.
Abbey museum route presenting cloisters, historic spaces and artefacts, adding cultural depth to a visit to San Fruttuoso.
Small parish treasury display with religious objects and local devotional history linked to Portofino’s churches.
Portofino’s iconic harbour piazza lined with pastel buildings and boats; the essential place for atmosphere and photographs.
Protected coastal park with walking trails through woodland and cliffs, offering many of the area’s finest panoramas.
Small pebbly bay near the village centre, popular for clear water, relaxed views and a quieter break from the harbour.
Liguria’s thin chickpea pancake, baked until crisp at the edges. A humble street food tied to Genoa and the Riviera, often eaten hot with pepper.
Hand-twisted pasta from Liguria, traditionally dressed with basil pesto, potatoes and green beans. It is a defining Riviera first course.
A fragrant sauce of basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino and olive oil. It is the signature flavour of Ligurian cooking.
Casual spot for coffee, aperitivi and light meals on the harbour. Good for people-watching and a relaxed drink with Riviera views.
Elegant seafood restaurant overlooking the harbour, known for Ligurian fish dishes and a refined setting in the heart of Portofino.
Polished waterfront dining with seafood, pasta and regional classics. A stylish choice for a longer lunch or dinner by the piazzetta.
Portofino is pricier than most Italian seaside towns, with premium hotels, costly dining and limited cheap transport or food options in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis; leave 5-10% at restaurants only for notably good service.
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Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino -> Piazza Martiri dell'Olivetta, Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Siena to Portofino 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Siena to Portofino trains use the Siena to Rapallo station pair. Use this guide to compare Siena and Portofino train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Siena is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vinaio, Osteria Le Logge
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Siena. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Siena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Siena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Siena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Italia, NH Siena, Hotel Minerva.
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