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South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology
South Tyrol’s flagship archaeology museum, home to Ötzi the Iceman and essential exhibits on Alpine prehistory and conservation science.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€43
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€46
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €43.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 5 h 40 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 Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, while a flight costs an average of €461.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €461 Average price | €45 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano:
A bus is €12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano costing on average €57.
A bus is €416 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano costing on average €461.
Other travel options to Bolzano take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Bus takes on average 6h 34m.
Tickets start at around €57 compared to roughly €97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €40. The journey takes 5h 48m versus 3h 51m 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 Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h40 | 11:30 AM Bolzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h40 | 12:30 PM Bolzano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 15:19. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 4h 17m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 17m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 3:19 PM |
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Bolzano/Bozen -> Piazza Walther, Bolzano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano 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 Bolzano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Genoa Piazza Principe to Bolzano trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Bolzano-Bozen station pair, with some services arriving at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud. Use this guide to compare Genoa Piazza Principe and Bolzano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen 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: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserau.
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
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