- 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 16 Oct
£17
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£59
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
5 h
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
5 h 34 m
Buses on 16 Oct
20
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Venice to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Genoa will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 20 buses from Venice to Genoa, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 291 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 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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FlixBusBuses from Venice to Genoa run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 291 km distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 291 km |
Average bus duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 days |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Genoa coaches for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:25 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 7h30 | 16:55 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h10 | 16:55 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h05 | 19:30 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h15 | 20:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:05 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h45 | 20:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:00 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h00 | 22:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:20 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h40 | 22:00 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 14:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 7h20 | 22:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h00 | 22:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 7h15 | 2:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:15 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 6h50 | 2:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h15 | 5:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h55 | 5:05 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
FlixBus | 0:30 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 6h10 | 6:40 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:50 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 5h50 | 6:40 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:30 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h55 | 10:25 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
![]() | 5:20 Venice, Port | 5h00 | 10:20 Genoa, Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:20 Venezia, Tronchetto (Piazzale People Mover) | 5h00 | 10:20 Genoa, Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 6h10 | 12:20 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 5h50 | 12:20 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 changesdirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Genoa buses use the Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) to Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia station pair, with some services arriving at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel. Use this guide to compare Venice and Genoa bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Elevators, ramps.
Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel. ATMs are available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel.
Available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, SS 1 / Viale Paolo Thaon di Revel: Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Genoa, Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries are located within walking distance.
Wi-Fi is available at Genoa, Piazza Principe. ATMs are aTM machines are available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Piazza Principe.
Available at Genoa, Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Piazza Principe: The station is wheelchair accessible.
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