- 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
$14
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Genoa will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 18 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Genoa on Fri, Jul 24, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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 2012 · Regionale 11253 · Regionale Veloce 2117
Regionale Veloce 2014 · Regionale 11255 · Regionale Veloce 2119
Regionale Veloce 2010 · Regionale 11251 · Regionale Veloce 2115
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 · Regionale Veloce 3037
BUS L665H+
Regionale TRENORD 10577 · Regionale Veloce 2129
Intercity 675
Intercity 679
Intercity 651
Intercity 657
Intercity 669Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan Centrale to Genoa:
A bus is $7 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Genoa costing on average $14 (€14).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 6m.
The journey is about 27m faster (1h 45m by train vs 2h 12m by car) and roughly $22 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€14) vs $36 (€36)). 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, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo, Frecciarossa.
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 Milan Centrale to Genoa trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 3h04 | 9:19 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 689 | 7:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h43 | 9:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 995 | 8:05 PM Milan Centrale | 2h43 | 10:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
Intercity 651 | 5:05 AM Milan Centrale | 2h43 | 7:48 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2010 · Regionale 11251 · Regionale Veloce 2115 | 5:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h40 | 8:55 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 633 | 5:45 AM Milan Centrale | 3h01 | 8:46 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2012 · Regionale 11253 · Regionale Veloce 2117 | 6:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h25 | 9:40 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9292+ SFM2 26322 · Regionale Veloce 2117 | 6:20 AM Milan Centrale | 3h20 | 9:40 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 657 | 6:50 AM Milan Centrale | 2h54 | 9:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2014 · Regionale 11255 · Regionale Veloce 2119 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h22 | 10:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2016+ Intercity 511 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 4h14 | 12:29 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2016 · Regionale Veloce 2123 | 8:15 AM Milan Centrale | 4h41 | 12:56 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 2018 · Regionale Veloce 2125 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 4h24 | 1:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
BUS L665H+ Regionale TRENORD 10577 · Regionale Veloce 2129 | 12:00 PM Milan Centrale | 3h48 | 3:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2465 · Regionale TTPER 88122 | 12:15 PM Milan Centrale | 3h57 | 4:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 669 | 12:50 PM Milan Centrale | 2h55 | 3:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ SFM1 26138+ InterCityNotte 795 | 2:10 PM Milan Centrale | 3h16 | 5:26 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 673 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h00 | 5:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Genoa run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€10) but you can travel from only $5 (€5) by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 21:05. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€10) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 9:05 PM |
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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 Milan Centrale 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 Milan Centrale to Genoa trains use the Milano Centrale to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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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