- Must visit
Palazzo Rosso
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Cheapest price on 01 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 01 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
6 h
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
6 h 33 m
Buses on 01 Sept
13
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Rome to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Genoa will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 13 buses from Rome to Genoa, including 11 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 401 km distance in an average of 6 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £126.
Distance: 401 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price | £126 Average Price |
6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Genoa coaches for today, Monday 31 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:55 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h30 | 14:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:55 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 7h35 | 17:30 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h10 | 21:15 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h00 | 22:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:25 Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 8h40 | 2:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:35 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h50 | 2:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
054 · 060 | 23:00 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 8:15 Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h40 | 8:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:10 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h25 | 8:35 Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 6h40 | 8:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Rome to Genoa run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 401 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 401 km |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Sea-focused museum inside the old port area, covering navigation, migration and maritime life with interactive and family-friendly displays.
Refined palace museum displaying paintings, furnishings and frescoed rooms. Ideal for understanding Genoese aristocratic life and art.
Grand central square with fountain, theatres and banks. A practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and main avenues.
Historic street lined with palaces, courtyards and museums. One of Genoa’s most rewarding walks for architecture and city history.
Lively old harbour redeveloped for promenades, museums and sea views. Good for walking, boat trips and an easy family outing.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A staple Genoese street food, prized for its crisp edges and simple maritime roots.
Twisted pasta with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and Ligurian cheese. Genoa is the historic home of this classic pesto sauce.
Thin layers of dough filled with chard, prescinsêua cheese, eggs and herbs. A festive Ligurian pie strongly linked with Genoese tradition.
Stylish long-running restaurant serving creative Ligurian and Italian cooking in an intimate city-centre dining room.
Historic confectionery and café known for chocolate, pastries and elegant old-world interiors in the city centre.
Traditional bakery-focacceria popular for classic Genoese focaccia and farinata in a casual local setting.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels cost less than in Rome or Milan, while local transport and coffee are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for notably good service.
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Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia -> Piazza De Ferrari, Genova
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Genoa by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Genoa buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia station pair, with some services arriving at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. Use this guide to compare Rome and Genoa bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria. ATMs are several ATMs located nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria.
Available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza della Vittoria: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Genova, Aeroporto/partenze is 6 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova, Aeroporto/partenze has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze. ATMs are available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze.
Ticket office support is available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze.
Available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova, Aeroporto/partenze: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and assistance available.
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