The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
Cheapest price
16S$
Average price
22S$
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
22
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 22S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 16S$.
Of the 22 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Milan every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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 3266 · Regionale Veloce 303212:46 PM2h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino3:35 PMMilan Centrale16 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 30404:46 PM2h49Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino7:35 PMMilan Centrale16 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 30478:14 PM3h21Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino11:35 PMMilan Centrale16 S$1One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 30164:55 AM2h40Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino7:35 AMMilan Centrale16 S$1One-way0 changes
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 30196:45 AM2h50Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino9:35 AMMilan Centrale16 S$1One-way1 change
Intercity 6847:46 PM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino10:00 PMMilan Centrale24 S$1One-way0 changes
Intercity 6701:46 PM2h14Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino4:00 PMMilan Centrale24 S$1One-way0 changes
Intercity 6526:07 AM2h18Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino8:25 AMMilan Centrale24 S$1One-way0 changes
Intercity 6743:46 PM2h19Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino6:05 PMMilan Centrale24 S$1One-way0 changes
Intercity 6805:46 PM2h19Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino8:05 PMMilan Centrale24 S$1One-way0 changes
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Compare train and coach for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 5S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 5S$, and a train costs an average of 12S$.
Distance: 126 km
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3h 0m Average total duration 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trains for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 684 | 7:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 10:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12456+ Intercity 639 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h41 | 10:55 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 8:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 | 4:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h40 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 652 | 6:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h18 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653 | 6:13 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 9:05 AM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 | 6:45 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h50 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12328 · Regionale Veloce 2120 · Regionale Veloce 2023 | 7:28 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 5h17 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 658 | 7:39 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h21 | 10:00 AM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 10:58 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h37 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12370+ Intercity 745 | 11:55 AM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 3:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 | 12:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 670 | 1:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h14 | 4:00 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:14 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3270 · Regionale 12052 · Regionale Veloce 3021 | 2:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 2 changes | |
Intercity 674 | 3:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 6:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12410+ Intercity 635 | 3:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h05 | 7:00 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 | 4:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 680 | 5:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h19 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12430+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 5:55 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h45 | 8:40 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 12438+ Intercity 681 | 6:10 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h55 | 9:05 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044 | 6:46 PM Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h49 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 12S$ but you can travel from only 5S$ 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 0m.
Distance 126 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price 12S$ |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 4:12 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca from Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan trainsIntercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan from 5S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Santa Margherita Ligure to Milan train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santa Margherita Ligure and Milan
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station
- 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
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Via G Battista Cassinis
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Moro
- Osteria La Piola
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Starhotels Business Palace
- Hotel Mistral
- Hotel Brenta Milano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
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