- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Genoa’s major maritime museum with immersive exhibits on seafaring, migration, and navigation; one of the city’s most popular cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Genoa will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 14 buses that leave Milan for Genoa on Sun, May 24, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. 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 bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Genoa:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Genoa costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 1m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (2h 1m by bus vs 2h 14m by car) and save roughly $44 (€35) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $54 (€43)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Genoa buses for tomorrow, Sunday, May 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:20 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h10 | 9:30 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h10 | 10:25 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2h20 | 12:40 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h00 | 12:40 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h20 | 2:20 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h05 | 2:05 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
4704 | 1:05 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h35 | 3:40 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h10 | 5:10 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h15 | 7:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h10 | 10:10 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 2h25 | 11:25 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 2h10 | 11:25 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
4731 | 10:00 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 1h50 | 11:50 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Milan to Genoa run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Genoa’s major maritime museum with immersive exhibits on seafaring, migration, and navigation; one of the city’s most popular cultural stops.
Historic ducal palace hosting major temporary exhibitions and cultural events in the heart of the old city.
A museum complex inside Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco, and Palazzo Tursi, known for art collections and grand aristocratic interiors.
Genoa’s most famous street, lined with Rolli palaces and ideal for architecture, museums, and elegant city walks.
Picturesque former fishing village with pastel houses and sea views; highly popular for photos and sunset walks.
Beloved panoramic terrace offering one of the best views over rooftops, domes, and the harbor.
Genova’s signature basil sauce made with basil, pine nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino, garlic, olive oil, and often served with pasta. It is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
Short twisted Ligurian pasta traditionally paired with pesto Alla Genovese, sometimes with potatoes and green beans. It is one of the most classic pasta dishes in Genova.
Soft, olive oil-rich flatbread with a crisp top and characteristic dimples, eaten at breakfast, as a snack, or alongside meals. It is a daily staple in Genova.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving polished Ligurian classics such as pesto dishes, stuffed pasta, and local seafood near the historic center.
Historic Genoese restaurant famous for classic Ligurian cuisine, especially pesto and refined traditional dishes, in an elegant setting.
Popular central trattoria known for authentic Genoese seafood and regional specialties in a lively, informal atmosphere.
Moderate by Italian standards. Street food and cafes are affordable, while hotels and seafood restaurants cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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