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Chapelle Saint-Pierre Museum
Jean Cocteau-decorated chapel visited as both a religious site and an intimate museum of modern Mediterranean art.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
It's difficult to get from Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer without transferring at least once.
Regionale 12306 · Regionale 12256+
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Regionale 12322 · Regionale 3366+
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Regionale 12382 · Regionale 12294+
86066
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Regionale 12306 · Regionale 12256+
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Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 3115+
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Intercity 637+
86052
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Intercity 641+
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Intercity 659+
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Trains from Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer run on average 71 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:36, the last at 20:03. The fastest train covers the 94 miles (152 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 94 miles (152 km) |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 71 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:36 AM |
Last train 8:03 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer.
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale Veloce 3356+ 86022 | 5:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h39 | 10:01 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3356+ 86024 | 5:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h10 | 10:32 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3356+ 86018 | 5:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h09 | 9:31 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3358+ 86028 | 6:01 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h31 | 11:32 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3358+ 86024 | 6:01 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h31 | 10:32 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3358+ 86026 | 6:01 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h01 | 11:02 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12306 · Regionale 12256+ 86026 | 6:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h40 | 11:02 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12306 · Regionale 12256+ 86024 | 6:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h10 | 10:32 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12306 · Regionale 12256+ 86028 | 6:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h10 | 11:32 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 3115+ 86034 | 7:20 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h14 | 12:34 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 3115+ 86036 | 7:20 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h42 | 1:02 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 3115+ 86032 | 7:20 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h38 | 11:58 AM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12322 · Regionale 3366+ 86044 | 8:04 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 6h27 | 2:31 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12322 · Regionale 3366+ 86038 | 8:04 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h26 | 1:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12322 · Regionale 3366+ 86042 | 8:04 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h57 | 2:01 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 633+ 86034 | 8:58 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h36 | 12:34 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 633+ 86038 | 8:58 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h32 | 1:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 633+ 86036 | 8:58 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h04 | 1:02 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ 86044 | 10:58 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h33 | 2:31 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ 86046 | 10:58 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h03 | 3:01 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 659+ 86048 | 10:58 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h33 | 3:31 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86048 | 11:43 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h48 | 3:31 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86052 | 11:43 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h20 | 4:03 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3368+ 86054 | 11:43 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h49 | 4:32 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 1549+ Regionale 12292+ 86056 | 11:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h11 | 5:01 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1549+ Regionale 12292+ 86052 | 11:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h13 | 4:03 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1549+ Regionale 12292+ 86054 | 11:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h42 | 4:32 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 637+ 86052 | 12:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h05 | 4:03 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 637+ 86056 | 12:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h03 | 5:01 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 637+ 86054 | 12:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h34 | 4:32 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3372+ 86064 | 1:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h47 | 6:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3372+ 86062 | 1:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h17 | 6:00 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3372+ 86058 | 1:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h47 | 5:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 12382 · Regionale 12294+ 86062 | 1:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h12 | 6:00 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12382 · Regionale 12294+ 86064 | 1:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h42 | 6:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12382 · Regionale 12294+ 86066 | 1:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 5h13 | 7:01 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3376+ 86068 | 3:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h50 | 7:33 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3376+ 86074 | 3:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h47 | 8:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3376+ 86072 | 3:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h17 | 8:00 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 641+ 86074 | 4:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h32 | 8:30 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 641+ 86078 | 4:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h33 | 9:31 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 641+ 86076 | 4:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h02 | 9:00 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3380+ 86078 | 5:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 3h48 | 9:31 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3380+ 86082 · 881182 | 5:43 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h20 | 10:03 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12422 · Regionale 12296+ 86082 · 881182 | 5:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 4h15 | 10:03 PM Villefranche-sur-Mer station | 3 transfers | |
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Jean Cocteau-decorated chapel visited as both a religious site and an intimate museum of modern Mediterranean art.
Celebrated museum in nearby Nice with Matisse works spanning his career, set in a quiet villa district setting.
Acclaimed modern and contemporary art museum in Nice, known for major 20th-century works and a central location.
Long sandy and pebbly beach backed by old-town views, ideal for swimming, strolling, and classic bay panoramas.
Historic old town of steep lanes, pastel houses, chapels, and stairways descending toward the harbor and sea.
Old waterfront street lined with vivid facades and arcades, capturing the town's most photogenic Riviera atmosphere.
Chickpea flour pancake cooked on a hot griddle. A Niçois street-food classic eaten across the Riviera, especially fresh and peppery.
Small fried sardines or anchovies, usually lightly floured. A traditional Riviera seaside dish reflecting the town's fishing heritage.
Salad of tomatoes, anchovies, olives, eggs, and raw vegetables. The best-known Niçois dish, traditional along the Côte d'Azur.
Refined Riviera dining with seafood and Mediterranean tasting menus in an elegant setting overlooking the bay.
Well-known old-town spot serving Provençal and Mediterranean cuisine in a cozy, traditional setting near the waterfront.
Historic waterside restaurant known for local seafood, Niçois dishes, and a relaxed harbor atmosphere.
More expensive than many French coastal towns; hotels and dining rise in peak season, while local buses and TER trains help keep sightseeing costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Genoa to Villefranche-sur-Mer trains use the Genova Piazza Principe to Villefranche-sur-Mer station pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Villefranche-sur-Mer 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 Pegli is 9 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Pegli has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Coffee Bar Amleto, Ristorante Pizzeria Da Nicola
Ticket office support is available at Genova Pegli. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Genova Pegli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Pegli: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Pegli: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Castello Miramare, Hotel Mediterranee, Hotel Torre Cambiaso.
Villefranche-sur-Mer 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: La Belle Etoile, Les Garçons, Espuma
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Villefranche-sur-Mer.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Villefranche-sur-Mer: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Welcome Hotel, Hotel La Regence, Hotel Le Versailles.
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