How to travel from Genoa to Milan

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Compare train and bus for Genoa to Milan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 22m. 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 €14, while a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 73 miles (119 km)

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€16

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€14

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€36

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2h 22m

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1h 52m

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2h 32m

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2h 2m

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2h 19m

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The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Milan is a bus with an average price of €14.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Milan costing on average €16.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Genoa and Milan including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Genoa to Milan among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 27m faster (1h 52m by train vs 2h 19m by car) and roughly €20 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€16 vs €36). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Genoa to Milan

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4732
    5:00 AM1h55
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    6:55 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4732
    5:00 AM1h55
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    6:55 AMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €61One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 652
    6:44 AM1h29
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    8:13 AMMilan Rogoredo
    €221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3019
    7:50 AM1h31
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    9:21 AMMilan Rogoredo
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3047
    9:44 PM1h37
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    11:21 PMMilan Rogoredo
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3044
    7:44 PM1h37
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    9:21 PMMilan Rogoredo
    €141One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus4705
    6:10 PM2h10
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    8:20 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €61One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:00 AM1h55
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    7:55 AMMilano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)
    €71One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 PM2h05
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    11:35 PMMilano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    €81One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Genoa to Milan

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Genoa to Milan, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Genoa to Milan and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Genoa to Milan

Travel to Milan 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 Milan.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Genoa and Milan including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Milan is a bus with an average price of €14.

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

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Genoa to Milan costing on average €16.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 2h 22m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 32m.

The distance from Genoa to Milan is approximately 73 miles (119 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Milan is:
  • Around 41 trains per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Genoa and Milan 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 Milan:
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Milan Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, GoOpti to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo, Frecciarossa to go to Milan by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Genoa to Milan with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus, GoOpti.
  • 36 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciabianca, Italo, Frecciarossa.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.

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