How to get from Rome to Genoa by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Rome to Genoa is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 249 miles (401 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus |
Travel 249 miles (401 km) by bus to Genoa from Rome. FlixBus is the main travel company operating this journey. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Rome to Genoa.
You can travel by train or bus for as low as $17 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
Italo is a brand of high-speed travel from the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV) offering regular services to popular cities around Italy, such as Rome, Naples, Florence and Milan. Among its fleet of travel are the Italo AGV 575, the premier high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the Italo EVO, an eco-friendly travel that can reach speeds up to 150 mph (250 km/h). You can choose from the following Italo ticket types when purchasing tickets between Rome and Genoa: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex. Italo offers four different class options: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Standard services in all Italo travel include bathrooms, free WiFi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, snack machines and Italo Live (free onboard entertainment featuring a selection of films, music and games). While some amenities may differ based on the class option booked, each travel car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
You can travel between Rome and Genoa by bus.
Traveling by flight is also the quickest way from Rome to Genoa. It takes on average 1 h 5 min to travel this journey.
The Rome to Genoa distance is around 249 miles (401 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Genoa is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Genoa from Rome as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Genoa:
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Yes, there is a direct route available from Rome to Genoa:
Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Genoa as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Genoa from Rome.
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