The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
4 h 22 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bologna for Genoa Piazza Principe on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 5 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 22 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 29 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
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$31 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9982+ Intercity 675 | 2:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9982+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 2:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h07 | 7:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496 · Regionale Veloce 3035 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 7:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+ Intercity 679 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 6:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Intercity 675 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 2:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 7:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Intercity 685 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 7:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Intercity 679 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 6:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Autobus TRENORD 476A · Regionale Veloce 3039 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 9:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 679 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 6:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590 · Intercity 689 | 3:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h50 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 3:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 6:55 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Intercity 685 | 4:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Intercity 689 | 4:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h33 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 4:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h07 | 9:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 9:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685 | 4:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Intercity 689 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h51 | 10:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 9:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10483+ Intercity 887 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 9:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2484 · Regionale Veloce 3043 | 5:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h01 | 10:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale Veloce 3043 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 10:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9948+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h51 | 10:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9948 · 9992 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 10:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9990 · 9992 | 6:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 10:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9990+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 10:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9990+ Intercity 887 | 6:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h29 | 9:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 6:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h00 | 9:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h04 | 9:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9958+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 7:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h51 | 10:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9944+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 7:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h16 | 10:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+ Regionale Veloce 3043 | 7:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h00 | 10:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Bologna | 4h41 | 8:41 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 AM Bologna | 4h22 | 3:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:33 PM Bologna | 6h29 | 7:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe
Trains from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe run on average 41 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 17:50. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 17:50 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Genoa Piazza Principe from $12 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe 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 Piazza Principe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Genoa Piazza Principe
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
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