The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Riomaggiore every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 49 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a coach costs an average of $14.
Distance: 49 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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$15 Average Price Cheapest | $17 Average Price |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore trains for today, Friday, 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:03 pm Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h31 | 6:34 pm Riomaggiore | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 20 December | |||||
![]() | 9:35 am Santa Margherita Ligure | 1h25 | 11:00 am Riomaggiore | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 49 km distance in 52m.
Distance 49 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore trainsRegionale, Intercity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Riomaggiore from $9. 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 Riomaggiore train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riomaggiore 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 Riomaggiore, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Riomaggiore, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Santa Margherita Ligure and Riomaggiore
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is limited
- nearby parking options are available outside the town center.
- Binariozero
- Enoteca Dau Cila
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Villa Argentina
- Hotel La Zorza
- Hotel Due Gemelli
- The station is a small, single-level building with two platforms for regional train services.
- Train: Regional trains to other Cinque Terre villages and La Spezia
- Bus: Local bus services available
