- Must visit
Musei Civici di Palazzo Farnese
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$16
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$25
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 59 m
Trains on Sep 20
26
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Piacenza is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Piacenza will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 26 trains from Genoa to Piacenza, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 1 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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.
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Autobus TRENORD 453A · Regionale TRENORD 10459
Regionale TTPER 2078
Regionale Veloce 3075 · Regionale TTPER 2089
Regionale Veloce 3071 · Regionale TTPER 2085
Regionale Veloce 3079 · Regionale TTPER 2091
Intercity 635+
Regionale TTPER 2089
Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale TTPER 2079
Intercity 652+
Regionale TTPER 2069
Regionale Veloce 3079 · Regionale TTPER 2091
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Piacenza among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, while a bus costs an average of $65.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa to Piacenza:
A train is $43 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Piacenza costing on average $65.
Other travel options to Piacenza take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 9m.
The journey is about 2m faster (2h 7m by train vs 2h 9m by car) and roughly $23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($22 vs $46). 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 Regionale.
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 Genoa to Piacenza trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 653+ Regionale TRENORD 10859 | 7:19 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h34 | 9:53 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3019+ Intercity 607 | 7:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h28 | 10:18 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Autobus TRENORD 453A · Regionale TRENORD 10459 | 7:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h35 | 10:25 AM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2499 | 7:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h22 | 10:12 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2078 | 11:25 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h15 | 1:40 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale TTPER 2079 | 11:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h58 | 1:40 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3071 · Regionale TTPER 2085 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h08 | 4:52 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3071 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2471 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h28 | 4:12 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TTPER 2085 | 2:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h33 | 4:52 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2132 · Regionale 11097 · Regionale TRENORD 10497 | 2:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h11 | 5:38 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1539+ Regionale TRENORD 10497 | 3:20 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h18 | 5:38 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3075 · Regionale TTPER 2089 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h24 | 7:08 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3075 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h28 | 6:12 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3075+ FRECCIAROSSA 8823 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h34 | 6:18 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 674+ FRECCIAROSSA 8825 | 4:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h43 | 7:02 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2090 | 5:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h33 | 7:47 PM Piacenza station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 635+ Regionale TTPER 2089 | 5:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1h49 | 7:08 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3079 · Regionale TTPER 2091 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h03 | 7:47 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 680+ Regionale TRENORD 10881 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h35 | 8:53 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620+ Regionale TRENORD 10481 | 7:03 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h15 | 9:18 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 681+ InterCityNotte 89651 | 7:22 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h08 | 9:30 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3044 · Regionale TTPER 2483 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h28 | 10:12 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 7:54 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h09 | 11:03 PM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 684+ S13 TRENORD 24378 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 8:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h44 | 11:03 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3065 · Regionale TRENORD 2385 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 8:33 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h30 | 11:03 PM Piacenza station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3047 · Regionale TRENORD 10889 | 9:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h39 | 12:23 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067 | 5:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h03 | 7:47 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TTPER 2069 | 6:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2h02 | 8:46 AM Piacenza station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Genoa to Piacenza run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 9:44 PM |
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Discover the best of Piacenza — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piacenza trip today.
Piacenza’s main civic museum complex displays archaeology, carriages, arms, frescoes, and decorative arts inside a grand ducal palace.
Art museum with medieval to modern works, especially strong in local painting, housed in a historic palace in the city center.
The cathedral museum interprets the church’s history through sacred art, manuscripts, sculpture, and access to notable heritage spaces.
Piacenza’s main square, framed by statues and historic buildings, is the essential starting point for architecture and city life.
Compact central area of narrow streets and historic façades that rewards slow walking with a distinctly local Piacenza atmosphere.
Broad historic avenue linking major sights, appreciated for stately architecture, museum access, and an easy central walking route.
Fresh pasta stuffed with ricotta and spinach, sealed with a pinched edge. A Piacenza classic often served with butter, sage, or simple tomato sauce.
Small handmade dumplings of flour and breadcrumbs, traditionally served with bean sauce or rich condiments. A humble dish rooted in Piacenza rural cooking.
Cured pork neck aged in the village of Coppa. It is one of Piacenza's celebrated DOP salumi, prized for delicate fat marbling and sweet savory flavor.
Historic city center restaurant known for refined Piacenza cuisine, elegant rooms, and strong local wine selection in a classic upscale setting.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant serving Piacenza specialties and Emilia dishes in a warm, rustic atmosphere popular with locals.
Casual, established osteria focused on local salumi, handmade pasta, and regional wines in an informal traditional setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan, while local transit and everyday cafés remain fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine at cafés.
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Piacenza Railway Station -> Piazza Cavalli, Piacenza
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa to Piacenza 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 Piacenza, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Genoa to Piacenza trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Piacenza station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Piacenza 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.
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.
Piacenza 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: Al Duca, Osteria Carducci
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Piacenza. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Piacenza. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Piacenza: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piacenza: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piacenza: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Park Hotel, Grande Albergo Roma, Hotel Ovest.
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