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Tourist & Transport Information for Santa Margherita Ligure

Our website Italy in Photos aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of Italy for our visitors, who are seeking the best experiences in the country. To help you plan your trip, we have added the Tourist & Transport Information section, where you can find useful details about your chosen destination. We have also curated a selection of tourist websites and blogs, so that you can complement the photos on our site with the insights and tips from these sources. We hope that our website will inspire you to make an informed choice and enjoy your visit to Italy.

The Transport section provides comprehensive information about the Nearest International Airports to each destination featured on the website. For added convenience, it also outlines a variety of travel options available from these airports to your chosen destination. These include public transport options such as buses and trains, ensuring cost-effective and eco-friendly travel. We have added a dtails of the Transport Hubs in the Liguria Region for those that wish to travel futher away. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend getaway or an extended trip, the Transport section is designed to simplify your travel planning and ensure a seamless journey from the airport to your destination.

Below, you will find links to Trenitalia, the primary train operator in Italy, providing extensive rail connections across the country. Additionally, we’ve included links to Fleibus Bus Services, where available, to help you navigate regional transportation with ease.

For travellers exploring Italy’s picturesque lakes, you’ll also find links to Ferry Companies Operating on the Lakes, offering a scenic and relaxing way to travel.

If you’re visiting Venice, renowned for its unique waterways, we have included Timetables for the Water Taxis to ensure you can seamlessly plan your journeys across the city’s canals. These resources are designed to make your travel planning simple and efficient, providing you with all the necessary tools to explore Italy’s diverse destinations

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Tansport Information

The three closest international airports to Santa Margherita Ligure

The three closest international airports to Santa Margherita Ligure are:

1. Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA): Approximately 31 km away.

2. Riviera Airport (ALL): Located about 92 km from Santa Margherita Ligure.

3. Parma Airport (PMF): Roughly 101 km away.

These airports are the most convenient options for international travel to and from Santa Margherita Ligure

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                    The best way to travel from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to                                 Santa Margherita Ligure

To travel from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Santa Margherita Ligure, here are the options:

1. Train and Bus:
Take the Volabus shuttle from the airport to either Genova Piazza Principe or Genova Brignole train stations. The shuttle runs frequently and takes about 30 minutes. From either train station, board a regional train heading to Santa Margherita Ligure. The train ride takes approximately 40–50 minutes.

2. Taxi:

3. Private Transfer:

4. Car Rental: 

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The best way to travel from Riviera Airport (ALL) to Santa Margherita Ligure

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The best way to travel from Parma Airport (PMF) to Santa Margherita Ligure

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Transport Hubs in Liguria

Aiport
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA): Is the primary international gateway for Liguria.
ITA Airways (AZ): Italy’s national airline and the largest operator at GOA.
Routes: Rome Fiumicino (FCO)
Ryanair (FR): A major low-cost carrier with a significant presence at GOA.
Routes: London Stansted (STN) – Manchester (MAN) – Dublin (DUB) – Barcelona–El Prat (BCN) – Brussels South Charleroi (CRL) – Bucharest Henri Coandă (OTP) – Cagliari Elmas (CAG) – Palermo (PMO) – Catania–Fontanarossa (CTA) – Naples International (NAP) – Bari Karol Wojtyła (BRI)
Wizz Air (W6) / Wizz Air Malta (W4): Low-cost carriers focusing on Eastern European destinations.
Routes: Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) – Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD) – Warsaw Chopin (WAW)

Liguria, a coastal region in north-western Italy, is well-connected by rail, with several major train stations serving both regional and long-distance destinations. Here’s a list of major train stations in Liguria and their main destinations.
Major Train Stations:
Genova Piazza Principe (Genoa)
Connections: High-speed (Frecciarossa, Intercity) – Regional – International
Major Destinations:
North/West: Milan – Turin – Ventimiglia (French border)
South/East: La Spezia – Pisa – Rome – Naples
International: Nice – Marseille (via Ventimiglia)
Genova Brignole:
Connections: Regional and Intercity trains
Major Destinations: Milan – La Spezia – Sestri Levante – Savona – Cinque Terre towns
La Spezia Centrale: Gateway to eastern Liguria and Cinque Terre
Connections: Regional – Intercity – Some High-Speed Trains
Major Destinations: Pisa – Florence – Rome – Milan
Cinque Terre towns: Riomaggiore – Manarola – Corniglia – Vernazza – Monterosso
Savona: Important western Ligurian station
Connections: Regional and Intercity
Major Destinations: Genoa – Turin – Ventimiglia – Milan
Ventimiglia: Border station with France
Connections: Regional – Intercity – French TER trains
Major Destinations: Nice – Monaco – Cannes – Genoa Savona -Milan

Liguria’s rugged coastline and hilltop towns make buses an essential complement to trains, especially for reaching inland villages, tourist destinations not served by rail, and regional travel. While Liguria doesn’t have huge centralized bus terminals like major cities, each province has key hubs where most intercity and regional buses stop.
Major Bus Stations in Liguria
Genoa (Genova): – Piazza della Vittoria
Main Bus Operators: AMT Genova – FlixBus – ATP Esercizio
Destinations:
Local: Nervi – Voltri – Sestri Ponente – Pegli
Regional: Rapallo – Portofino (via Santa Margherita) – Chiavari – Recco – Lavagna
Inland towns: Casella (via rack railway + bus) – Val Bisagno
National/International: Milan – Turin – Florence – Nice (FlixBus)
La Spezia: – Piazza Chiodo
Main Bus Operators: ATC Esercizio, FlixBus
Destinations:
Cinque Terre (beyond train access): Biassa – Campiglia – Volastra – Lerici – Tellaro – San Terenzo (coastal towns) – Portovenere – popular but only reachable by bus or boat.
National: Florence – Rome (FlixBus)
Savona: – Corso Ricci
Main Bus Operators: TPL Linea – FlixBus
Destinations:
Local: Albissola Bergeggi Vado Ligure Spotorno – Cairo Montenotte Sassello – Altare
National: Turin – Milan (FlixBus or Itabus)
Imperia: – Oneglia FS Station
Main Bus Operators: Riviera Trasporti FlixBus
Destinations:
Local: Porto Maurizio – Diano Marina – San Bartolomeo al Mare
Regional: Sanremo – Ventimiglia – France (via Ventimiglia): Nice – Menton (FlixBus)

Ferry Ports
Port of Genoa: One of Italy’s largest ports, offering ferry services to Sardinia, Sicily, and Corsica.
Port of La Spezia: A key terminal for cruise ships and ferries.
Port of Savona: Provides ferry connections to Corsica and other Mediterranean destinations.

It is advisable to check the latest schedules for these transportation methods as they could be subject to change.