- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Genoa’s major maritime museum with immersive exhibits on navigation, seafaring, migration, and the city’s port history. A strong choice for understanding Genoa’s identity.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Formia 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 to Genoa will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 3 trains that leave Formia for Genoa on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 9 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 10 h 8 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 to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 321 miles (517 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$64 Average price Cheapest | $103 Average price | $70 Average price | $191 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration Fastest 4h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Formia to Genoa:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Formia to Genoa costing on average $70 (€57).
A train is $38 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Formia to Genoa costing on average $103 (€84).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 58m.
Bus takes on average 8h 46m.
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Direct services run with Intercity, Intercity Notte.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Formia to Genoa trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:12 PM Formia | 8h30 | 7:42 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:12 AM Formia | 8h30 | 8:42 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Formia to Genoa run on average 21 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 321 miles (517 km) distance in 6h 57m.
Distance 321 miles (517 km) |
Average train duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 57m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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A picturesque old fishing quarter with pastel houses, small beach views, and strong appeal for photos, sunset walks, and social media visitors.
The regenerated old port area with waterfront promenades, cultural venues, and one of the city’s main strolling and gathering spaces.
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Moderate by Italian standards. Food and coffee are reasonable; hotels in central areas cost more in peak season.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Formia 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.

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