- 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 18
€50
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€55
Fastest journey on Sep 18
8 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
12 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 18
3
Distance
601 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Benevento to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Benevento to Genoa will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 3 trains from Benevento to Genoa, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 601 km distance in an average of 12 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 15 h 39 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Benevento to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €66 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €66, while a flight costs an average of €325.
Distance: 373 miles (601 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€77 Average price | €66 Average price Cheapest | €325 Average price |
8h 51m Average total duration 8h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from Benevento to Genoa:
A bus is €11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Benevento to Genoa costing on average €77.
A bus is €259 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Benevento to Genoa costing on average €325.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 21m.
Bus takes on average 10h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Benevento to Genoa trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 4:37 PM Benevento station | 8h00 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 21196+ InterCityNotte 796 | 5:30 PM Benevento station | 14h02 | 7:32 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
![]() | 1:45 PM Benevento | 14h16 | 4:01 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Benevento | 8h35 | 10:25 PM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Benevento to Genoa run on average 14 times per day, taking around 8h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 373 miles (601 km) distance in 6h 10m.
Distance 373 miles (601 km) |
Average train duration 8h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 6h 10m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Benevento 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 Benevento to Genoa trains use the Benevento to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Benevento and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Benevento is 1 km from Benevento city centre. Public transport options include:
Benevento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Il Cinghiale, Ristorante Nunzia
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Benevento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Benevento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Benevento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Benevento: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Benevento: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Traiano, Grand Hotel Italiano, Hotel Antiche Terme.
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.
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