How to travel from La Spezia to Genoa

Sun, Sep 20
+ Add return
Travel by train, bus with
Intercity
FlixBus
Regionale
Frecciabianca
Frecciargento
1,000+ more
Intercity
FlixBus
Regionale
Frecciabianca
Frecciargento
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for La Spezia to Genoa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Spezia to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei63 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. 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 lei63, while a bus costs an average of lei70.

Distance: 49 miles (80 km)

Compare train with

Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

lei63

Average price

Cheapest

lei70

Average price

lei167

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 17m

Average total duration

1h 47m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 33m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

1h 22m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from La Spezia to Genoa is a train with an average price of lei57.

This is compared to other travel options from La Spezia to Genoa:

A train is lei4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from La Spezia to Genoa costing on average lei61.

The fastest way to travel from La Spezia to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between La Spezia and Genoa including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from La Spezia to Genoa among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around lei57 compared to roughly lei167 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about lei110. The journey takes 1h 31m versus 1h 22m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Travel options
from La Spezia to Genoa

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12068
    5:50 PM1h36
    La Spezia Centrale
    7:26 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    lei551One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12068
    5:50 PM1h36
    La Spezia Centrale
    7:26 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    lei551One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FrecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 8630
    10:18 PM1h09
    La Spezia Centrale
    11:27 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    lei901One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12076
    3:50 PM1h36
    La Spezia Centrale
    5:26 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    lei551One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale 12068
    5:50 PM1h36
    La Spezia Centrale
    7:26 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    lei551One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale 12076
    3:50 PM1h36
    La Spezia Centrale
    5:26 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    lei551One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:10 AM1h25
    La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci
    8:35 AMGenoa, Piazza della Vittoria
    lei781One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:00 PM1h30
    La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci
    4:30 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    lei781One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 PM1h30
    La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci
    5:30 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    lei781One-way
    0 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare train and bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25
Sat
Sep 26
Sun
Sep 27
Mon
Sep 28
Tue
Sep 29
Wed
Sep 30
Thu
Oct 01
Fri
Oct 02
Sat
Oct 03
Sun
Oct 04
Mon
Oct 05
Tue
Oct 06
Wed
Oct 07
Thu
Oct 08
Fri
Oct 09
Sat
Oct 10

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from La Spezia to Genoa

Travel to Genoa 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 La Spezia to Genoa.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between La Spezia and Genoa including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from La Spezia to Genoa is a train with an average price of lei57.

This is compared to other travel options from La Spezia to Genoa:

A train is lei4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from La Spezia to Genoa costing on average lei61.

The fastest way to travel from La Spezia to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 5m.

The distance from La Spezia to Genoa is approximately 49 miles (80 km).
The average frequency per day from La Spezia to Genoa is:
  • Around 49 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between La Spezia and Genoa 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 La Spezia to Genoa:
  • Trains mostly depart from La Spezia Centrale and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
  • Buses mostly depart from La Specia, Via Giosuè Carducci and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from La Spezia to Genoa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Gruppo Di Maio to go to Genoa by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte to go to Genoa by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from La Spezia to Genoa with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Gruppo Di Maio.
  • 30 direct trains per day with Intercity, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte.
Omio customers who travel from La Spezia 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.

Travelling from La Spezia to Genoa: related information

Here are some other resources that might have the information you need

HomeTravelTravel to ItalyTravel to GenoaHow to travel from La Spezia to Genoa

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone