- 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
$33
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Formia-Gaeta to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Formia-Gaeta to Genoa will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 trains that leave Formia-Gaeta for Genoa on Sun, Aug 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 8 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest trains will take 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Formia-Gaeta to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $109.
Distance: 321 miles (517 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $109 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Formia-Gaeta to Genoa:
A train is $34 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Formia-Gaeta to Genoa costing on average $109.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
The journey is about 4m faster (6h 51m by train vs 6h 55m by car) and roughly $55 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($75 vs $130). 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 Intercity Notte, Intercity.
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 Formia-Gaeta to Genoa trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:22 AM Formia-Gaeta | 7h05 | 3:27 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:22 AM Formia-Gaeta | 7h05 | 3:27 PM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:38 AM Formia-Gaeta | 7h17 | 4:55 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Formia-Gaeta | 9h36 | 7:56 PM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Formia-Gaeta | 6h32 | 6:54 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:20 PM Formia-Gaeta | 6h57 | 9:17 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:44 PM Formia-Gaeta | 7h18 | 10:02 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Formia-Gaeta | 7h01 | 11:23 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:38 PM Formia-Gaeta | 6h46 | 11:24 PM Genoa | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, August 23 | |||||
![]() | 3:54 AM Formia-Gaeta | 7h55 | 11:49 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Formia-Gaeta to Genoa run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:54, the last at 02:54. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (517 km) distance in 7h 55m.
Distance 321 miles (517 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 7h 55m |
First train 2:54 AM |
Last train 2:54 AM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Formia-Gaeta 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 Formia-Gaeta to Genoa trains use the Formia-Gaeta to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Formia-Gaeta and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Formia-Gaeta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante La Ciociara, Trattoria La Lanterna
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Formia-Gaeta. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Formia-Gaeta. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Formia-Gaeta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Formia-Gaeta: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Formia-Gaeta: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Castello Miramare, Grande Albergo Miramare, Hotel Bajamar.
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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