How to travel from Lucerne to Genoa

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lucerne to Genoa is a bus with an average price of $69.

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

A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Genoa costing on average $82.

A bus is $54 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lucerne to Genoa costing on average $123.

The fastest way to travel from Lucerne to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 45m.

Flight takes on average 11h 20m.

The distance from Lucerne to Genoa is approximately 185 miles (298 km).

The average frequency per day from Lucerne to Genoa is:

• Around 18 trains per day.
• Around 8 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lucerne 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 Lucerne to Genoa:

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Arth-Goldau and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
• Buses mostly depart from Luzern, Landenburgstrasse (Busparkplatz) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.

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

• Travel with Trenitalia, DSB, Regionale, Intercity, SBB, Frecciabianca, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Genoa by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Genoa by bus.

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

• 1 direct trains per day with Trenitalia.
• 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.

Omio customers who travel from Lucerne 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.