How to travel from Genoa to Menton

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Compare train and bus for Genoa to Menton

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Menton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. 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 $7, while a bus costs an average of $25.

Distance: 83 miles (134 km)

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$7

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$25

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$59

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3h 20m

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2h 50m

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3h 49m

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3h 19m

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2h 17m

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The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Menton is a train with an average price of $7.

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

A train is $17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Menton costing on average $25.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Menton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Menton take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Genoa and Menton including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Genoa to Menton among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35. The journey takes 3h 19m versus 2h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Genoa to Menton

How to get from Genoa to Menton by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Genoa to Menton is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Union Ivkoni International
    8:45 AM3h30
    Genova, Piazza Acquaverde
    12:15 PMNice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    8:45 AM3h30
    Genova, Piazza Acquaverde
    12:15 PMNice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1)
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 659+ZOU!86044
    10:58 AM3h02
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    2:00 PMMenton station
    $301One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 12310+ZOU!86024
    6:46 AM3h15
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    10:01 AMMenton station
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3364+ZOU!86038
    9:43 AM3h17
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    1:00 PMMenton station
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 3360+ZOU!86028
    7:43 AM3h18
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:01 AMMenton station
    $271One-way
    1 transfer
  • Regionaletreno 12490 effettuato con bus GE004 · Regionale 12250
    12:44 AM6h06
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    6:50 AMVentimiglia station
    $211One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:50 AM6h20
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    1:10 PMSanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:10 AM7h35
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    9:45 AMSanremo, Piazza Cesare Battisti (Museo della Musica)
    $221One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Genoa to Menton

Travel to Menton easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Genoa to Menton.

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There are 2 options to travel between Genoa and Menton including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Menton is a train with an average price of $7.

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

A train is $17 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Menton costing on average $25.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Menton is by train with an average journey time of 3h 20m.

Other travel options to Menton take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 49m.

The distance from Genoa to Menton is approximately 83 miles (134 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Menton is:
  • Around 44 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Genoa to Menton:
  • Buses mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Menton station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Menton, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Regionale to go to Menton by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Sindbad to go to Menton by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Genoa to Menton:
  • 8 direct buses per day with Alsa, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Sindbad.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa to Menton often also extend their vacation to go to Nice, Monaco - Monte-Carlo, Ventimiglia, Nice-Ville, Sanremo. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Menton and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Menton to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Menton, you can explore the vibrant Marché des Halles for fresh local produce and regional specialties, wander through the charming Old Town with its colorful buildings, and relax at Plage des Sablettes beach. Attend the unique Menton Lemon Festival to celebrate the region's citrus fruit. Take a cooking class to learn traditional French and Mediterranean dishes. Visit the Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel for stunning views, stroll through Jardin Serre de la Madone and Val Rahmeh-Menton Botanical Garden, admire art at Musée Jean Cocteau, and enjoy a leisurely walk along the Promenade du Soleil.
To fully enjoy Menton's beautiful gardens, beaches, and historic sites, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally recommended.

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