- 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 on Sep 19
€15
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 46 m
Trains on Sep 19
19
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sanremo to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sanremo to Genoa will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 19 trains from Sanremo to Genoa, including 15 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 42 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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 3361
Regionale 12285 · Regionale 3387
Regionale Veloce 3065
Regionale Veloce 3087 · Regionale 12449
Regionale Veloce 3365
Intercity 631
Intercity 635
Intercity 639
Intercity 745
Intercity 653Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sanremo to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, while a bus costs an average of €36.
Distance: 70 miles (113 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Sanremo to Genoa:
A train is €20 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sanremo to Genoa costing on average €36.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 36m.
The table below shows live departures for Sanremo to Genoa trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 653 | 5:04 AM Sanremo station | 1h51 | 6:55 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3019 | 5:24 AM Sanremo station | 2h14 | 7:38 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 505 | 6:53 AM Sanremo station | 1h57 | 8:50 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12255 · Regionale 12355 | 7:18 AM Sanremo station | 2h51 | 10:09 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3361 | 8:12 AM Sanremo station | 2h09 | 10:21 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 631 | 9:23 AM Sanremo station | 1h42 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3365 | 10:12 AM Sanremo station | 2h05 | 12:17 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 745 | 11:16 AM Sanremo station | 1h49 | 1:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3367 | 12:12 PM Sanremo station | 2h05 | 2:17 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3371 | 2:12 PM Sanremo station | 2h05 | 4:17 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 635 | 3:23 PM Sanremo station | 1h42 | 5:05 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3375 | 4:12 PM Sanremo station | 2h05 | 6:17 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3087 · Regionale 12449 | 4:52 PM Sanremo station | 2h45 | 7:37 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 681 | 5:16 PM Sanremo station | 1h52 | 7:08 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3065 | 6:12 PM Sanremo station | 2h05 | 8:17 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3093 · Regionale Veloce 3047 | 6:41 PM Sanremo station | 2h53 | 9:34 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 639 | 7:23 PM Sanremo station | 1h45 | 9:08 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3383 | 8:12 PM Sanremo station | 2h12 | 10:24 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 12285 · Regionale 3387 | 9:36 PM Sanremo station | 2h46 | 12:22 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Sanremo to Genoa run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (113 km) distance in 1h 42m.
Distance 70 miles (113 km) |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 42m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 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 Sanremo 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 Sanremo to Genoa trains use the Sanremo to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Sanremo and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sanremo 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: Living Garden, Ristorante Flipper
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sanremo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sanremo.
Available at Sanremo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sanremo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sanremo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Royal Hotel Sanremo, Hotel De Paris Sanremo, Grand Hotel & Des Anglais.
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 Sampierdarena is 3 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Sampierdarena 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Zenzero, Trattoria da Mario
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Sampierdarena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Sampierdarena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Sampierdarena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Sampierdarena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Sampierdarena: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Galata, Hotel Bellevue, Hotel Helvetia.
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