How to travel from Paris to Genoa

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Genoa

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $30 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, while a flight costs an average of $450.

Distance: 438 miles (705 km)

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Driving

$450

Average price

$30

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Cheapest

$97

Average price

$359

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 31m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 31m

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2h 0m

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8h 26m

Average total duration

7h 56m

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30m

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14h 49m

Average total duration

14h 19m

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30m

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9h 24m

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(door-to-door)

2.1 - 4.2kg

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CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Genoa is a train with an average price of $30 (€25).

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

A train is $68 (€57) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Genoa costing on average $97 (€81).

A train is $420 (€352) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Genoa costing on average $450 (€377).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Genoa is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 26m.

Bus takes on average 14h 49m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and Genoa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Paris to Genoa among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 5h 53m sooner (3h 31m by flight vs 9h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $450 (€377) compared to roughly $359 (€300) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Paris to Genoa

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5709 · 4704
    11:45 PM15h55
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    3:40 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5709 · 4704
    11:45 PM15h55
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    3:40 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4193+Air DolomitiLH6920
    9:00 AM3h35
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    12:35 PMGenoa Airport
    $4271One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3159 · 4705
    11:55 PM18h10
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:05 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 PM16h50
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    12:50 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $981One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:40 AM16h20
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    1:00 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $991One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleS13 TRENORD 24375 · Regionale Veloce 3043+easyJetU24903+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80380
    5:40 PM6h11
    Paris Orly Airport
    11:51 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $1731One-way
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3045+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80380+easyJetU24903
    5:40 PM6h17
    Paris Orly Airport
    11:57 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $1731One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transavia FranceTO3940+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80362+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3037
    1:05 PM7h13
    Paris Orly Airport
    8:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $1861One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Paris 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 Paris to Genoa.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Paris and Genoa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to Genoa is a train with an average price of $30 (€25).

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

A train is $68 (€57) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Paris to Genoa costing on average $97 (€81).

A train is $420 (€352) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Genoa costing on average $450 (€377).

The fastest way to travel from Paris to Genoa is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 26m.

Bus takes on average 14h 49m.

The distance from Paris to Genoa is approximately 438 miles (705 km).
The average frequency per day from Paris to Genoa is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris 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 Paris to Genoa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to Genoa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Genoa by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Vueling, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Volotea, ITA to go to Genoa by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Trenitalia to go to Genoa by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to Genoa with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 0 direct flights per day with Volotea.
Omio customers who travel from Paris 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.
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