- 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
zł134
Average price
zł134
Fastest journey
9 h 11 m
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orvieto to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orvieto to Genoa will cost around zł134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł134.
Of the 1 trains that leave Orvieto for Genoa on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 317 km distance in an average of 9 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 11 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 9 h 11 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 Orvieto to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from zł73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł73, and a flight costs an average of zł372.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
zł207 Average price | zł473 Average price | zł112 Average price Cheapest | zł294 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Orvieto to Genoa:
A bus is zł95 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orvieto to Genoa costing on average zł207.
A bus is zł361 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orvieto to Genoa costing on average zł473.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 43m.
Bus takes on average 8h 31m.
Tickets start at around zł207 compared to roughly zł294 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł87. The journey takes 5h 43m versus 4h 13m 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.
Direct services run with Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Orvieto to Genoa run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł134 but you can travel from only zł73 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 7h 47m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price zł134 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 7h 47m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 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 Orvieto 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 Orvieto to Genoa trains use the Orvieto to Genova Brignole station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Piazza Principe. Use this guide to compare Orvieto and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Orvieto is 1 km from Orvieto city centre. Public transport options include:
Orvieto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria del Moro Aronne, Ristorante Zeppelin
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Orvieto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Orvieto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Orvieto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Orvieto: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orvieto: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Duomo, Hotel Virgilio, Hotel Corso.
Orvieto, Piazza Cahen (P.Cahen Funicolare) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orvieto, Piazza Cahen (P.Cahen Funicolare).
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 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.
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