- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Genoa’s major maritime museum with immersive exhibits on navigation, seafaring, migration, and the city’s port history. A strong choice for understanding Genoa’s identity.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Genoa will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
It's difficult to get from Prato to Genoa without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18520+
FRECCIABIANCA 8620
Regionale 18530+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630
Regionale 18528+
FRECCIABIANCA 8626
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 19362 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3096
Regionale 18504+
FRECCIAROSSA 8606
Regionale 18520+
FRECCIABIANCA 8620
Regionale 18514+
FRECCIABIANCA 8616
Regionale 18528+
FRECCIABIANCA 8626
Regionale 18530+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prato to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a train costs an average of $23.
Distance: 113 miles (182 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m 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 Prato to Genoa:
A bus is $13 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prato to Genoa costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 25m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $37 (€30). The journey takes 3h 23m versus 2h 20m 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 Prato to Genoa trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18530+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 7:30 PM Prato Centrale | 3h55 | 11:25 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18861+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 8:12 PM Prato Centrale | 4h25 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18532 · Regionale 19382+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 8:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h07 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18539 · Regionale 18251+ InterCityNotte 796 | 11:30 PM Prato Centrale | 6h31 | 6:01 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 2070 | 4:57 AM Prato Centrale | 5h17 | 10:14 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18488+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 6:23 AM Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18501 · Regionale Veloce 4015+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 7:09 AM Prato Centrale | 3h56 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18502+ Intercity 666 | 7:28 AM Prato Centrale | 4h48 | 12:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17810 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 7:43 AM Prato Centrale | 6h35 | 2:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18504+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 8:30 AM Prato Centrale | 3h23 | 11:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18465+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | 9:01 AM Prato Centrale | 4h43 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17818 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 2082 | 9:43 AM Prato Centrale | 6h29 | 4:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 583 · Intercity 670 | 9:45 AM Prato Centrale | 4h31 | 2:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18467 · Regionale Veloce 4021+ Intercity 670 | 10:01 AM Prato Centrale | 4h15 | 2:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 1589 · Intercity 674 | 10:40 AM Prato Centrale | 5h34 | 4:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ Intercity 669 | 11:01 AM Prato Centrale | 4h43 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3073 | 11:43 AM Prato Centrale | 6h31 | 6:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 4029+ Intercity 674 | 12:12 PM Prato Centrale | 4h02 | 4:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18514+ FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 1:30 PM Prato Centrale | 3h32 | 5:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 1:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h45 | 6:15 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 18373 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 1:30 PM Prato Centrale | 5h17 | 6:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588 · Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 1:52 PM Prato Centrale | 5h52 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18473+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Intercity 675 | 2:01 PM Prato Centrale | 4h43 | 6:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18520+ Intercity 684 | 3:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h46 | 8:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 3:30 PM Prato Centrale | 3h31 | 7:01 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 19362 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 3:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h21 | 7:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1718 · Regionale Veloce 2141 | 3:40 PM Prato Centrale | 5h50 | 9:30 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1718+ Intercity 685 | 3:40 PM Prato Centrale | 5h04 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685 | 4:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h14 | 8:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3950 · Regionale Veloce 3045 | 4:43 PM Prato Centrale | 7h14 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18524+ Intercity 518 | 5:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h04 | 9:34 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18528+ FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 6:30 PM Prato Centrale | 3h33 | 10:03 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Prato to Genoa run on average 27 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 113 miles (182 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 113 miles (182 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Best time to book 2 days |
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Genoa’s major maritime museum with immersive exhibits on navigation, seafaring, migration, and the city’s port history. A strong choice for understanding Genoa’s identity.
A celebrated group of historic palace museums including Palazzo Rosso, Palazzo Bianco, and Palazzo Doria Tursi, known for art collections and grand interiors.
A landmark palace hosting major art exhibitions and cultural events in the historic center. Worth visiting for both the architecture and changing exhibition program.
Genoa’s most famous historic street, lined with magnificent palaces and central to the UNESCO Rolli heritage area.
A picturesque old fishing quarter with pastel houses, small beach views, and strong appeal for photos, sunset walks, and social media visitors.
The regenerated old port area with waterfront promenades, cultural venues, and one of the city’s main strolling and gathering spaces.
Genova’s signature basil sauce made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino and olive oil. It is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
Short twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto alla genovese, often with potatoes and green beans. It is one of the most classic local first courses.
Soft, olive oil-rich flatbread with a lightly crisp top and coarse salt. It is a daily staple in Genova, eaten from breakfast to aperitivo.
Established fine dining restaurant offering refined Ligurian-inspired cuisine in an elegant contemporary setting for a higher-end meal.
Well-known casual trattoria near the old port, loved for hearty local specialties, pesto dishes and generous portions in an informal atmosphere.
Respected restaurant specializing in Genoese and Ligurian cuisine, particularly fresh pasta and pesto, with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate by Italian standards. Food and coffee are reasonable; hotels in central areas cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés or 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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