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Compare train, bus, and flight for Taranto to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Taranto to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF51 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF51, while a flight costs an average of CHF78.
Distance: 502 miles (808 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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CHF51 Average price Cheapest | CHF77 Average price | CHF78 Average price | CHF252 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 6m Average total duration 13h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 54m Average total duration 11h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Taranto to Genoa:
A bus is CHF26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taranto to Genoa costing on average CHF77.
A bus is CHF27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taranto to Genoa costing on average CHF78.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 54m.
Bus takes on average 14h 6m.
Tickets start at around CHF51 compared to roughly CHF252 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF202. The journey takes 13h 36m versus 9h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Travel optionsfrom Taranto to Genoa
How to get from Taranto to Genoa by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Taranto to Genoa is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 PM16h55Taranto, Terminal Cimino10:15 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'ItaliaCHF671One-way2 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 PM16h55Taranto, Terminal Cimino10:15 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'ItaliaCHF671One-way2 transfers
Fastest
FR 40395:45 AM1h30Bari Palese Airport7:15 AMGenoa AirportCHF1141One-way0 transfers
Other options
InterCityNotte 758 · InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce 21178:04 PM13h32Taranto station9:36 AMGenoa Piazza PrincipeCHF981One-way2 transfers
Intercity 612+
Regionale Veloce 304510:28 AM13h29Taranto station11:57 PMGenoa Piazza PrincipeCHF991One-way1 transfer
Intercity 702+
Regionale 4506+
InterCityNotte 7961:51 PM16h10Taranto station6:01 AMGenoa Piazza PrincipeCHF1021One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:10 AM16h15Taranto, Terminal Cimino2:25 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'ItaliaCHF671One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus6:20 AM15h40Taranto, Terminal Cimino10:00 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'ItaliaCHF781One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:15 PM17h05Taranto, Terminal Cimino12:20 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'ItaliaCHF811One-way1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Taranto to Genoa:
A bus is CHF26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Taranto to Genoa costing on average CHF77.
A bus is CHF27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Taranto to Genoa costing on average CHF78.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 54m.
Bus takes on average 14h 6m.
- Around 18 flights per day.
- Around 12 buses per day.
- Around 11 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Taranto and Genoa as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Bari Palese Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Taranto station and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
- Buses mostly depart from Taranto, Terminal Cimino and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
- Travel with Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa, Frecciabianca, Intercity to go to Genoa by train.
- Travel with Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Itabus to go to Genoa by bus.
- Travel with ITA, Malta Air to go to Genoa by flight.
- 1 direct flights per day with Malta Air.
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