How to travel from Venice to Genoa

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice to Genoa

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice 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 5h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a train costs an average of $44.

Distance: 180 miles (291 km)

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$44

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The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Genoa is a bus with an average price of $29 (€23).

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

A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Genoa costing on average $44 (€36).

A bus is $206 (€167) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Genoa costing on average $235 (€190).

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 5h 42m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 50m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Venice and Genoa including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Venice to Genoa among Omio's users.

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from Venice to Genoa

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4782 · 4731
    4:00 PM7h50
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    11:50 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus4782 · 4731
    4:00 PM7h50
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    11:50 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $271One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • ITAAZ1462 · AZ1391
    3:15 PM3h20
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    6:35 PMGenoa Airport
    $2291One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale Veloce 3077
    2:23 PM5h55
    Venice Mestre
    8:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3502 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale Veloce 3041
    4:23 PM5h55
    Venice Mestre
    10:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3420 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale Veloce 3025
    8:23 AM5h55
    Venice Mestre
    2:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe
    $411One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:30 AM5h50
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    12:20 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:10 AM6h10
    Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    12:20 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:05 PM7h45
    Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    8:50 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    $411One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ1480 · AZ1389
    7:10 PM3h40
    Venice Marco Polo Airport
    10:50 PMGenoa Airport
    $5011One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Venice 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 Venice to Genoa.

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

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

A bus is $15 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Genoa costing on average $44 (€36).

A bus is $206 (€167) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Genoa costing on average $235 (€190).

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Genoa is by train with an average journey time of 5h 42m.

Other travel options to Genoa take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 50m.

Bus takes on average 5h 55m.

The distance from Venice to Genoa is approximately 180 miles (291 km).
The average frequency per day from Venice to Genoa is:
  • Around 32 trains per day.
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Venice 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 Venice to Genoa:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Genoa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Genoa Piazza Principe.
  • Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) and arrive in Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Venice to Genoa, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar, ACTV — Azienda del Consorzio Trasporti Veneziano to go to Genoa by bus.
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity to go to Genoa by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Venice to Genoa with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa.
Omio customers who travel from Venice 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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