How to travel from Florence to Genoa

There are 3 options to travel between Florence and Genoa including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Genoa is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Genoa:

A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Genoa costing on average $29 (€23).

A bus is $249 (€202) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Genoa costing on average $263 (€213).

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 4h 1m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 12m.

Flight takes on average 5h 49m.

The distance from Florence to Genoa is approximately 123 miles (198 km).

The average frequency per day from Florence to Genoa is:

• Around 32 trains per day.
• Around 17 buses per day.
• Around 9 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Florence and Genoa as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Florence to Genoa:

• Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
• Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Florence to Genoa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio to go to Genoa by bus.
• Travel with Frecciargento, Frecciabianca, Intercity, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Italo to go to Genoa by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Florence to Genoa with the following travel companies:

• 15 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Gruppo Di Maio.
• 2 direct trains per day with Frecciargento, Frecciarossa.

Omio customers who travel from Florence to Genoa often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Naples, Nice, Rome, Portofino. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Genoa and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Genoa to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Genoa, you can stroll through the Old Port with its shops and restaurants, discover the UNESCO-listed Palazzi dei Rolli, and wander the charming alleys of the Caruggi. Explore the Galata Maritime Museum to learn about the city's maritime history and take a scenic walk along Corso Italia for beautiful sea views. Visit the Aquarium of Genoa, the Palazzo Ducale, and the stunning Genoa Cathedral. Don't miss Via Garibaldi, another UNESCO site, and Boccadasse, a picturesque fishing village.

To fully experience Genova, including its historic sites, vibrant harbor, and local cuisine, spending 2-3 days is recommended.