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How to travel from Lugano to Genoa

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Compare train and bus for Lugano to Genoa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €23.

Distance: 110 miles (178 km)

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€46

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€27

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3h 31m

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3h 56m

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from Lugano to Genoa

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

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

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
05:30AM4h55
Lugano, Via Ciani
10:25AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
$361One-way
1 transfer

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
05:30AM4h55
Lugano, Via Ciani
10:25AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
$361One-way
1 transfer

Fastest

TrenitaliaEuroCity 15+FrecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 8619
11:30AM3h09
Lugano FLP
02:39PMGenoa Piazza Principe
$741One-way
1 transfer

Other options

TrenitaliaEuroCity 13+IntercityIntercity 637
09:30AM3h14
Lugano FLP
12:44PMGenoa Piazza Principe
$711One-way
1 transfer
TrenitaliaEuroCity 31+IntercityIntercity 665
10:30AM3h14
Lugano FLP
01:44PMGenoa Piazza Principe
$711One-way
1 transfer
TrenitaliaEuroCity 37+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3037
04:30PM3h48
Lugano FLP
08:18PMGenoa Piazza Principe
$611One-way
1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lugano 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 Lugano to Genoa.

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There are 2 travel options from Lugano to Genoa: train or bus.

The cheapest way to travel between Lugano and Genoa is a bus with an average price of $15 (€13).

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

Taking a bus costs $8 (€8) less than taking a train, which costs on average $23 (€21) for the same trip.

The quickest way to travel to Genoa from Lugano is by train, which takes on average 3 h 7 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

Bus takes 3 h 15 min on average.

The distance is approximately 110 miles (177 km) from Lugano to Genoa.

The average frequency per day from Lugano to Genoa is:

  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

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

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

  • Buses most often depart from Lugano at Lugano, Via Ciani and arrive in Genoa at Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lugano FLP and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.

Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Lugano to Genoa:

  • You can take a bus from Lugano to Genoa with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus or Student Agency. Cheap tickets can be found for $15 (€13) with BlaBlaCar Bus from Lugano to Genoa.
  • You can take a train from Lugano to Genoa with Trenitalia, Frecciabianca, SBB or Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS). Cheap tickets can be found for $23 (€21) with Trenitalia from Lugano to Genoa.

Yes, there are direct routes from Lugano to Genoa with the following travel companies:

  • You can check for a direct bus to Genoa with BlaBlaCar Bus with 2 direct buses per day.

Direct services to Genoa tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

Many of our customers who book a trip from Lugano to Genoa often extend their vacation and travel to other popular destinations like Milan, Naples, Rome, Nice or Turin. If you’re thinking of adding another destination to your Lugano and Genoa itinerary, let Omio find you the best connections between Genoa and any of these top destinations today!

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