- 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
kr87
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr113
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 49 m
Trains on Sep 19
9
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viareggio to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viareggio to Genoa will cost around kr113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr87.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 9 trains from Viareggio to Genoa, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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 Viareggio to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr132 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. 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 bus costs an average of kr132, while a train costs an average of kr150.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
kr150 Average price | kr132 Average price Cheapest |
3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Viareggio to Genoa:
A bus is kr18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Viareggio to Genoa costing on average kr150.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 38m.
The table below shows live departures for Viareggio to Genoa trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 19388 · Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 8:37 AM Viareggio station | 3h03 | 11:40 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19388+ FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 8:37 AM Viareggio station | 2h28 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 666 | 9:14 AM Viareggio station | 3h02 | 12:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 89512 | 9:47 AM Viareggio station | 3h02 | 12:49 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 10:03 AM Viareggio station | 1h50 | 11:53 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19346 · Regionale 12230 · Regionale 12410 | 12:55 PM Viareggio station | 3h51 | 4:46 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674 | 1:59 PM Viareggio station | 2h15 | 4:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 510 | 2:07 PM Viareggio station | 2h31 | 4:38 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18371 · Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12060 | 2:23 PM Viareggio station | 3h03 | 5:26 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 19354 · 5 TERRE EXPRESS 12308 · Regionale 12430 | 2:53 PM Viareggio station | 3h53 | 6:46 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 3:08 PM Viareggio station | 1h54 | 5:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18373+ Intercity 680 | 3:23 PM Viareggio station | 2h52 | 6:15 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18377 · Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12068 | 4:23 PM Viareggio station | 3h03 | 7:26 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 5:12 PM Viareggio station | 1h49 | 7:01 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 684 | 6:02 PM Viareggio station | 2h14 | 8:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 669+ FRECCIARGENTO 8556 | 6:15 PM Viareggio station | 2h35 | 8:50 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 19374 · Regionale 12242 · Regionale 12470 | 6:54 PM Viareggio station | 3h50 | 10:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 518 | 7:19 PM Viareggio station | 2h15 | 9:34 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19378 · Regionale 12244 · Regionale 12480 | 7:54 PM Viareggio station | 4h05 | 11:59 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 8:12 PM Viareggio station | 1h51 | 10:03 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 9:41 PM Viareggio station | 1h46 | 11:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 19382+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 10:01 PM Viareggio station | 2h36 | 12:37 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 522+ Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 11:13 PM Viareggio station | 6h29 | 5:42 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
![]() | 4:28 AM Viareggio | 3h14 | 7:42 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Viareggio to Genoa run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr87 but you can travel from only kr64 by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price kr87 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
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 Viareggio 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 Viareggio to Genoa trains use the Viareggio to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Viareggio and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Viareggio 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: Ristorante Da Giorgio, Ristorante Santa Monica
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Viareggio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viareggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viareggio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Hotel President, Hotel Bella Riviera.
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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