How to travel from Palermo to Genoa

There are 4 options to travel between Palermo and Genoa including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.

The cheapest way to travel from Palermo to Genoa is a ferry with an average price of $108 (€90).

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

A ferry is $23 (€19) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Palermo to Genoa costing on average $130 (€109).

A ferry is $52 (€43) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palermo to Genoa costing on average $159 (€133).

A ferry is $201 (€168) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palermo to Genoa costing on average $309 (€258).

The fastest way to travel from Palermo to Genoa is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 7m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Train takes on average 18h 58m.

Ferry takes on average 21h 4m.

Bus takes on average 22h 35m.

The distance from Palermo to Genoa is approximately 491 miles (791 km).

The average frequency per day from Palermo to Genoa is:

• Around 15 flights per day.
• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.
• Around 1 ferries per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Palermo Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Palermo Centrale and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
• Buses mostly depart from Palermo, Via Tommaso Fazello (Terminal Bus) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
• Ferries mostly depart from Port of Palermo and arrive in Port of Genoa.

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

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Genoa by bus.
• Travel with Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Frecciabianca to go to Genoa by train.
• Travel with Malta Air, ITA, Aeroitalia, Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Genoa by flight.
• Travel with Gnv to go to Genoa by ferry.

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

• 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
• 1 direct ferries per day with Gnv.

Omio customers who travel from Palermo to Genoa often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Nice, Rome, Naples, 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.