The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
4 h 59 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
It's difficult to get from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642+
Intercity 8875:10 PM6h07Venice Santa Lucia11:17 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$581One-way2 transfers
8978+
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 328110:57 AM8h17Venice Santa Lucia7:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$791One-way2 transfers
8986+
Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 32852:57 PM6h12Venice Santa Lucia9:09 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$791One-way2 transfers
8986+
Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 32752:57 PM8h42Venice Santa Lucia11:39 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$791One-way2 transfers
8974+
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 32817:57 AM11h17Venice Santa Lucia7:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$791One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+
Intercity 8876:18 PM4h59Venice Santa Lucia11:17 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$951One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+
Regionale 124513:48 PM5h13Venice Santa Lucia9:01 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$891One-way1 transfer
8992+
Intercity 8875:57 PM5h20Venice Santa Lucia11:17 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$881One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+
Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 32811:48 PM5h26Venice Santa Lucia7:14 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$861One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+
Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 1241711:48 AM5h49Venice Santa Lucia5:37 PMSanta Margherita Ligure-Portofino$861One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 5h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9411+ Regionale 18367+ Intercity 674 | 7:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 1:44 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Intercity 669+ Regionale 12407 | 9:30 AM Venice Mestre | 5h12 | 2:42 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 9:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h49 | 3:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 11:48 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h26 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8984+ Intercity 679 | 11:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h23 | 6:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8984+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 11:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h12 | 7:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8984+ Intercity 887 | 11:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h20 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ Intercity 679 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h10 | 6:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Intercity 679 | 12:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h32 | 6:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8986+ Regionale Veloce 3037 · Regionale Veloce 3285 | 12:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h12 | 7:09 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8986+ Intercity 679 | 12:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h23 | 6:20 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8986+ Intercity 887 | 12:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 8h20 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale 12451 | 1:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h13 | 7:01 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8988+ Intercity 685+ Regionale 12470 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h58 | 7:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8988+ Intercity 887 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h20 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
8988+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3275 | 1:57 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h42 | 9:39 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ Intercity 689+ Regionale 12471 | 2:48 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h16 | 9:04 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642+ Intercity 887 | 3:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h07 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Intercity 887 | 4:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h59 | 9:17 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
8970+ Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | 3:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 13h17 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8970+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | 3:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h16 | 1:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8970+ Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | 3:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h40 | 3:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Intercity 511+ Regionale 12386 | 4:18 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h55 | 11:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8974+ Regionale Veloce 3033 · Regionale Veloce 3281 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 11h17 | 5:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8974+ Regionale Veloce 3025 · Regionale Veloce 3273 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h16 | 1:13 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
8974+ Regionale Veloce 3029 · Regionale 12417 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 9h40 | 3:37 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Trains from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 10:55 PM |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Italo, Trenitalia EuroCity from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Italo, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Venice and Santa Margherita Ligure from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Venice to Santa Margherita Ligure
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 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
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