- 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
kr271
Average price
kr504
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice Mestre to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice Mestre to Genoa will cost around kr504 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr271.
It's difficult to get from Venice Mestre to Genoa without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 88777 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+
BUS L675E
Regionale 88785 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+
BUS L679E
Regionale 88791 · Regionale TRENORD 2638+
BUS L685E
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 88122
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+
Intercity 673
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+
Regionale TTPER 17426+
Intercity 689
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 · FRECCIAROSSA 9616+
Regionale Veloce 3025
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+
Regionale 18319+
FRECCIABIANCA 8630
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624+
Regionale Veloce 3029
Regionale Veloce 3975+
Intercity 608 · Intercity 675Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice Mestre to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr87. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr87, and a train costs an average of kr174.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr258 Average price | kr143 Average price Cheapest | kr777 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m 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 Venice Mestre to Genoa:
A bus is kr116 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice Mestre to Genoa costing on average kr258.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 53m.
Tickets start at around kr258 compared to roughly kr777 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr519. The journey takes 4h 43m versus 3h 46m 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 Frecciarossa.
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 Venice Mestre to Genoa trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Regionale 18319+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 5:38 PM Venice Mestre | 5h47 | 11:25 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435+ Regionale 18329+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 6:38 PM Venice Mestre | 5h59 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale 18357+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 5:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h15 | 11:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale Veloce 3906+ Intercity 665 | 6:53 AM Venice Mestre | 6h53 | 1:46 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9405 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9610+ Intercity 665 | 7:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h08 | 1:46 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Intercity 669 | 8:00 AM Venice Mestre | 7h45 | 3:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 · FRECCIAROSSA 9616+ Regionale Veloce 3025 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 5h47 | 2:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TTPER 88122 | 8:53 AM Venice Mestre | 7h19 | 4:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Intercity 673 | 9:00 AM Venice Mestre | 8h45 | 5:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910+ Intercity 669 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 6h11 | 3:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 · FRECCIAROSSA 9624+ Regionale Veloce 3029 | 10:38 AM Venice Mestre | 5h49 | 4:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3914+ Intercity 673 | 10:53 AM Venice Mestre | 6h52 | 5:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 88777 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ BUS L675E | 11:04 AM Venice Mestre | 8h08 | 7:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 · FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Intercity 673 | 11:38 AM Venice Mestre | 6h07 | 5:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Intercity 675 | 12:00 PM Venice Mestre | 6h45 | 6:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 · FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Regionale Veloce 3333 | 12:38 PM Venice Mestre | 5h53 | 6:31 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3975+ Intercity 608 · Intercity 675 | 12:53 PM Venice Mestre | 5h52 | 6:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Intercity 679 | 1:00 PM Venice Mestre | 6h48 | 7:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 88785 · Regionale TRENORD 2636+ BUS L679E | 1:04 PM Venice Mestre | 7h13 | 8:17 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 88791 · Regionale TRENORD 2638+ BUS L685E | 2:04 PM Venice Mestre | 7h54 | 9:58 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Intercity 689 | 2:34 PM Venice Mestre | 7h14 | 9:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425+ Regionale Veloce 4045+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 2:38 PM Venice Mestre | 6h12 | 8:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 · FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 2141 | 3:04 PM Venice Mestre | 6h34 | 9:38 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale TTPER 17426+ Intercity 689 | 3:53 PM Venice Mestre | 5h55 | 9:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Intercity 995 | 4:00 PM Venice Mestre | 6h48 | 10:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9431+ Regionale TTPER 17426+ Intercity 689 | 4:38 PM Venice Mestre | 5h10 | 9:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3983+ Intercity 612 · Intercity 995 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 5h55 | 10:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Venice Mestre to Genoa run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr174 but you can travel from only kr87 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:47, the last at 17:23. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 3h 55m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price kr174 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 55m |
First train 7:47 AM |
Last train 5:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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 Venice Mestre 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 Venice Mestre to Genoa trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Venice Mestre and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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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