How to travel from Lugano to Genoa

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Compare bus, train, and flight 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 an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $51.

Distance: 110 miles (178 km)

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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.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4740 · 4704
    8:20 AM7h20
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    3:40 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4740 · 4704
    8:20 AM7h20
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    3:40 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 13+IntercityIntercity 637
    9:30 AM3h14
    Lugano FLP
    12:44 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $641One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 27+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3045
    8:30 PM3h27
    Lugano FLP
    11:57 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 153+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3029
    12:30 PM3h48
    Lugano FLP
    4:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 151+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3033
    2:30 PM3h48
    Lugano FLP
    6:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $531One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:55 PM5h45
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    2:40 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $381One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 AM5h05
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    2:20 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $391One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:15 AM5h10
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    10:25 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $391One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2071 · AZ1391
    3:00 PM3h40
    Milan Linate Airport
    6:40 PMGenoa Airport
    $2921One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2109 · AZ1389
    7:00 PM3h50
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:50 PMGenoa Airport
    $2921One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2097 · AZ1389
    6:00 PM4h50
    Milan Linate Airport
    10:50 PMGenoa Airport
    $2921One-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.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lugano and Genoa including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lugano to Genoa is a bus with an average price of $29 (€23).

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Genoa costing on average $51 (€41).

A bus is $257 (€208) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lugano to Genoa costing on average $286 (€232).

The fastest way to travel from Lugano to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 3h 33m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 51m.

Flight takes on average 6h 7m.

The distance from Lugano to Genoa is approximately 110 miles (178 km).
The average frequency per day from Lugano to Genoa is:
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 5 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lugano to Genoa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lugano FLP and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lugano, Via Ciani and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lugano to Genoa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Genoa by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Italo, Intercity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord to go to Genoa by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lugano to Genoa:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lugano 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.

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