- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€30
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Genoa will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
It's difficult to get from Lucca to Genoa without transferring at least once.
Regionale 34086 · Regionale 18361+
Intercity 670
Regionale 34136+
Intercity 662
Regionale 34110+
Intercity 684
Regionale 34090+
Intercity 510
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 34110+
Intercity 684
Regionale 34080+
FRECCIAROSSA 8606
Regionale 34108+
FRECCIABIANCA 8620
Regionale 34096+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616
Regionale 34118+
FRECCIABIANCA 8626
Regionale 18606+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Lucca to Genoa:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucca to Genoa costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 43m.
Tickets start at around €19 compared to roughly €44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €26. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 1m 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 Lucca to Genoa trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 34136+ Intercity 662 | 6:12 AM Lucca station | 3h03 | 9:15 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 32829+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 7:23 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h42 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34146+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 7:53 AM Lucca station | 3h12 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18622 · Regionale 19388+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 7:59 AM Lucca station | 3h06 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83567 · Regionale 34080+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 8:06 AM San Pietro a Vico | 3h47 | 11:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34080+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 9:30 AM Lucca station | 2h23 | 11:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34086 · Regionale 18361+ Intercity 670 | 10:50 AM Lucca station | 3h26 | 2:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34090+ Intercity 510 | 1:30 PM Lucca station | 3h08 | 4:38 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Treno 19171 effettuato con bus FI839 · Regionale 34096+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 1:40 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h22 | 5:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34096+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 2:30 PM Lucca station | 2h32 | 5:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34098 · Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 3h33 | 6:15 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83575 · Regionale 34104+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 2:53 PM San Pietro a Vico | 4h08 | 7:01 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 83579 · Regionale 34110+ Intercity 684 | 4:26 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h50 | 8:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34108+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 4:35 PM Lucca station | 2h26 | 7:01 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34110+ Intercity 684 | 5:30 PM Lucca station | 2h46 | 8:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18594+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 5:42 PM Lucca station | 3h08 | 8:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34114+ Intercity 518 | 6:30 PM Lucca station | 3h04 | 9:34 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 34118+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 7:30 PM Lucca station | 2h33 | 10:03 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83663+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 7:57 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h28 | 11:25 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18606+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 8:42 PM Lucca station | 2h43 | 11:25 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 83665+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 9:05 PM San Pietro a Vico | 3h32 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18610+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 9:42 PM Lucca station | 2h55 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lucca to Genoa run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Celebrated art museum in a UNESCO palace, showing European paintings from medieval to baroque periods in elegant historic interiors.
Historic palace museum with frescoed rooms, portraits, and decorative arts. A cornerstone of Genoa’s civic collections on Via Garibaldi.
UNESCO avenue lined with splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Genoa’s grandest street and the city’s essential architectural walk.
Historic old port redeveloped with promenades, museums, and harbor views. A lively base for walking, sightseeing, and modern Genoa culture.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and the famous fountain. A classic meeting point and key stop between the center and old town.
Liguria's iconic flatbread made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Crisp outside and soft inside, it is a classic Genoese street food.
Fresh basil sauce from Genoa made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, pecorino, and olive oil. It is the city's most famous pasta condiment.
Hand-shaped twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto, green beans, and potatoes. This combination is a hallmark of home-style Genoese cooking.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the old harbor area, known for refined Ligurian seafood tasting menus and polished contemporary service.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving classic Genoese dishes, pesto, and seafood in a warm, established setting.
Popular casual spot famed for farinata and other wood-fired Ligurian street foods. Simple atmosphere, central location, and long local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucca 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.

Most Lucca to Genoa trains use the Lucca to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Ponte A Moriano is 7 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
Ponte A Moriano has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Ponte A Moriano.
ATMs are available at Ponte A Moriano.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ponte A Moriano.
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.
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