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The train from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino usually takes 4 hours 35 minutes on average to travel 187 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 3 hours 39 minutes. You can expect to find 19 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren't any direct services running between Varenna-Esino and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, you'll need to make 1 change on your way to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino. You can choose to travel with Frecciabianca or Trenitalia to get to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from $24.38.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
First train | 5:10 am | |
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Last train | 9:35 pm | |
Departure station | Varenna-Esino | |
Arrival station | Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | |
Journey time | From 3h 39m | |
Distance | 116 miles (187 km) | |
Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From $24.38 | |
Train and bus operators | Trenitalia, Trenord, Italo |
Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
Frecciabianca trains operate outside Trenitalia high-speed lines. Offering more than 40 daily routes, they're capable of reaching a maximum speed of 125 mph (200 km/h). Frecciabianca trains connect the centres of northern and southern Italy, running along the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian coasts. All Frecciabianca trains have power sockets and large reclining seats, as well as ample space for luggage. There are two classes of service – First Class and Second Class. In First Class, customers can look forward to a welcome service with snacks and drinks and a morning newspaper.
Trenitalia's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
If you want to travel in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free access to Italo Club Lounge.
In Second Class, you'll get to enjoy armchairs with folding tables, reading lights and power outlets. Feeling hungry? Head to the FrecciaBistrò café-bar counter located in the middle part of the train to get food and drinks.
Enjoy more comfortable seats in Frecciabianca's First Class. In car 3, you'll also find a bar service as well as baby changing facilities, if you're traveling with your baby.
Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with folding tables, power outlets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.
In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.
Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.
While there’s no bar or restaurant car on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.
Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.
Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as power outlets at every seat.
At the moment, Frecciabianca trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on all Frecciabianca trains.
You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in car 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.
At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.
Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
Kids under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them. Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.
If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Varenna-Esino and Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is 4 hours and 35 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino is 3 hours and 39 minutes.
Train tickets from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino can start from as little as $24.38 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
No, there are no direct train services from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Travelling from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino leaves at 05:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino leaves at 21:35. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Varenna-Esino to Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino cover a distance of around 116 miles (187 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Varenna-Esino.