- 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
€8
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
25
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alessandria to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alessandria to Genoa will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 25 trains that leave Alessandria for Genoa on Wed, Aug 05, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
Regionale Veloce 2123
Regionale Veloce 2139
Regionale Veloce 2119
Regionale Veloce 2113
Regionale Veloce 2145
FRECCIAROSSA 8623
InterCityNotte 899
Intercity 511
InterCityNotte 795
Regionale Veloce 2113Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alessandria 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 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 38 miles (62 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€9 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alessandria to Genoa:
A bus is €0.53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alessandria to Genoa costing on average €9.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 7m.
The journey is about 13m faster (56m by train vs 1h 9m by car) and roughly €13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€9 vs €22). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Alessandria to Genoa trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 2145 | 10:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h07 | 11:38 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 2113 | 6:31 AM Alessandria station | 1h05 | 7:36 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 11453 · Regionale 12119 | 6:40 AM Alessandria station | 2h05 | 8:45 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 503 | 7:02 AM Alessandria station | 1h21 | 8:23 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2357+ Intercity 633 | 7:16 AM Alessandria station | 1h30 | 8:46 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2115 | 7:31 AM Alessandria station | 1h24 | 8:55 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2117 | 8:31 AM Alessandria station | 1h09 | 9:40 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2119 | 9:31 AM Alessandria station | 1h06 | 10:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 11459 · Regionale 12125 | 9:35 AM Alessandria station | 3h08 | 12:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 511 | 11:36 AM Alessandria station | 0h53 | 12:29 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2123 | 11:39 AM Alessandria station | 1h17 | 12:56 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2125 | 12:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h08 | 1:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 | 1:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h10 | 2:41 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 11069+ Intercity 669 | 1:49 PM Alessandria station | 1h56 | 3:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2129 | 2:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h17 | 3:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2131 | 3:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h12 | 4:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623 | 4:16 PM Alessandria station | 0h50 | 5:06 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 795 | 4:22 PM Alessandria station | 1h04 | 5:26 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2133 | 4:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h17 | 5:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2377+ Intercity 675 | 5:16 PM Alessandria station | 1h29 | 6:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2137 | 6:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h11 | 7:42 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 519 | 7:02 PM Alessandria station | 1h05 | 8:07 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2139 | 7:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h09 | 8:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2141 | 8:31 PM Alessandria station | 1h07 | 9:38 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 899 | 9:22 PM Alessandria station | 0h52 | 10:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alessandria to Genoa run on average 22 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 38 miles (62 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 38 miles (62 km) |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:07 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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 Alessandria to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alessandria to Genoa trains use the Alessandria to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Alessandria and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alessandria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Grappolo, Trattoria Cappelverde
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alessandria. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alessandria. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alessandria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alessandria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alessandria: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alli Due Buoi Rossi, Hotel Lux, Hotel Europa.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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