- Must visit
Accademia Carrara
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
$121
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$125
Fastest journey on Sep 01
5 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
5 h 53 m
Trains on Sep 01
4
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Bergamo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Geneva to Bergamo will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $121.
It's difficult to get from Geneva to Bergamo without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 45+
Regionale TRENORD 2237 · Autobus TRENORD 1742A
EuroCity 45+
Regionale TRENORD 2237
EuroCity 41+
Regionale TRENORD 2221
EuroCity 41+
Regionale TRENORD 2221 · Autobus TRENORD 1726A
EuroCity 45+
Regionale TRENORD 2237
EuroCity 41+
Regionale TRENORD 2221
EuroCity 45+
Regionale TRENORD 2237 · Autobus TRENORD 1742A
EuroCity 41+
Regionale TRENORD 2221 · Autobus TRENORD 1726AOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, while a flight costs an average of $555.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$156 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $555 Average price | $211 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Bergamo:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Bergamo costing on average $156 (€126).
A bus is $469 (€379) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Bergamo costing on average $555 (€450).
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 23m.
Bus takes on average 7h 7m.
Tickets start at around $156 (€126) compared to roughly $211 (€171) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€45). The journey takes 5h 23m versus 4h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
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 Geneva to Bergamo trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:27 PM Geneva | 6h28 | 10:55 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:27 PM Geneva | 6h28 | 11:55 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
EuroCity 41+ Regionale TRENORD 2221 | 5:27 AM Geneva station | 5h28 | 10:55 AM Bergamo station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 41+ Regionale TRENORD 2221 · Autobus TRENORD 1726A | 5:27 AM Geneva station | 6h18 | 11:45 AM Bergamo Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 45+ Regionale TRENORD 2237 | 1:27 PM Geneva station | 5h26 | 6:53 PM Bergamo station | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 45+ Regionale TRENORD 2237 · Autobus TRENORD 1742A | 1:27 PM Geneva station | 6h18 | 7:45 PM Bergamo Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Geneva to Bergamo run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 5h 1m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 5h 1m |
First train 12:03 AM |
Last train 11:21 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
This modern and contemporary art gallery complements Accademia Carrara with Italian masters, sculpture, and rotating exhibitions.
Housed in a medieval convent, this museum presents Bergamo’s archaeology, urban history, and Venetian-era development.
Bergamo’s elegant central square is lined with historic buildings and cafes, making it the essential starting point in Città Alta.
This broad square by major churches and civic landmarks is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for architecture and photos.
The UNESCO-listed walls encircle the upper town with scenic walks, bastions, and exceptional panoramic viewpoints over Bergamo.
Pasta ribbons with butter, sage, pancetta and crispy bacon, a signature Bergamo first course linked to local peasant cooking.
Rustic cornmeal dish often served soft or grilled with local cheeses, sausages or stews; a cornerstone of Bergamo and Lombardy cuisine.
Creamy risotto cooked with Taleggio, the famous local washed-rind cheese from the Bergamo valleys, prized for its rich aroma.
Elegant fine dining in Upper Town with creative Italian cuisine, polished service and panoramic surroundings in a historic setting.
Established pastry shop and café famous for Polenta E Osei cake and other Bergamo sweets, ideal for a traditional dessert stop.
Historic traditional restaurant in Città Alta known for Bergamasque classics, warm rustic rooms and a long local reputation.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses, airport transit, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Geneva to Bergamo 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 Bergamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Geneva to Bergamo trains use the Genève to Bergamo station pair, with some services arriving at Bergamo Ospedale. Use this guide to compare Geneva and Bergamo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Genève has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Charlotte, Les Brasseurs, La Matze Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Warwick Geneva, Hotel Cornavin, ibis Styles Genève Gare.
Genève, Cornavin has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: La Matze Restaurant
ATMs are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève, Cornavin: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève, Cornavin.
Genève-Aéroport is 4 km from Geneva city centre. Public transport options include:
Genève-Aéroport 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: Le Chef Genève Aéroport, Montreux Jazz Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genève-Aéroport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genève-Aéroport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genève-Aéroport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genève-Aéroport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva, ibis Geneva Airport Hotel, Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva.
Bergamo 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 La Bruschetta, Osteria D'Ambrosio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bergamo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bergamo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bergamo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bergamo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergamo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior San Marco, Mercure Bergamo Centro Palazzo Dolci, Hotel Cappello d'Oro.
Bergamo Ospedale is 2 km from Bergamo city centre. Public transport options include:
Bergamo Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bergamo Ospedale.
Available at Bergamo Ospedale: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergamo Ospedale: Elevators, ramps.
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