- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$31
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 47 m
Buses on Sep 19
11
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Parma to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Genoa will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
It's difficult to get from Parma to Genoa without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 36m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, while a bus costs an average of $46.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$46 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
5h 22m Average total duration 4h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration Fastest 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 Parma to Genoa:
A train is $16 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Parma to Genoa costing on average $46.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 52m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator GoOpti | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $506 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Genoa buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 6h35 | 5:10 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 9h10 | 7:50 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:40 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 9h10 | 8:50 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 7h05 | 9:15 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:25 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 7h45 | 10:10 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 6h20 | 11:25 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 7h30 | 2:25 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:25 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 7h15 | 2:40 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 8h00 | 3:35 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Parma, Terminal Bus | 7h15 | 5:05 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 7h05 | 12:40 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 AM Parma, Terminal Bus | 6h40 | 1:10 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Parma to Genoa run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $14 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:21. The fastest bus covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:21 PM |
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Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Celebrated art museum in a UNESCO palace, showing European paintings from medieval to baroque periods in elegant historic interiors.
Historic palace museum with frescoed rooms, portraits, and decorative arts. A cornerstone of Genoa’s civic collections on Via Garibaldi.
UNESCO avenue lined with splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Genoa’s grandest street and the city’s essential architectural walk.
Historic old port redeveloped with promenades, museums, and harbor views. A lively base for walking, sightseeing, and modern Genoa culture.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and the famous fountain. A classic meeting point and key stop between the center and old town.
Liguria's iconic flatbread made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Crisp outside and soft inside, it is a classic Genoese street food.
Fresh basil sauce from Genoa made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, pecorino, and olive oil. It is the city's most famous pasta condiment.
Hand-shaped twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto, green beans, and potatoes. This combination is a hallmark of home-style Genoese cooking.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the old harbor area, known for refined Ligurian seafood tasting menus and polished contemporary service.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving classic Genoese dishes, pesto, and seafood in a warm, established setting.
Popular casual spot famed for farinata and other wood-fired Ligurian street foods. Simple atmosphere, central location, and long local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma to Genoa by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Parma to Genoa buses use the Parma, Terminal Bus to Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia station pair, with some services arriving at Genoa, Piazza Principe. Use this guide to compare Parma and Genoa bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: The hotel has an on-site restaurant offering various meals.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel for guests. ATMs are available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel.
Ticket office support is available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel.
Available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma, Ibis Styles Parma Toscanini hotel: The hotel is accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.
Parma, Novotel Centro hotel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Hotel restaurant available for meals.
Free Wi-Fi available in the hotel lobby. ATMs are available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel.
Ticket office support is available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel.
Available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma, Novotel Centro hotel: Hotel entrance and facilities are accessible for people with disabilities.
Genoa, Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are located within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza Principe. ATMs are aTM machines are available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza Principe.
Available at Genoa, Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza Principe: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. ATMs are several ATMs located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria.
Available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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