- 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
£21
Fastest journey on 01 Sept
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 01 Sept
6 h 10 m
Buses on 01 Sept
16
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 £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
On Tue 01 Sept, we found 16 buses from Venice to Genoa, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 291 km distance in an average of 6 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 coach, with an average ticket price of £21 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 coach costs an average of £21, while a flight costs an average of £169.
Distance: 291 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price | £169 Average Price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Venice 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 · FlixBus | 8:00 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h30 | 15:30 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 · FlixBus | 11:50 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h00 | 19:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 7h40 | 19:50 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:05 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h10 | 21:15 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
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 | 20:45 Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h25 | 5:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:45 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h25 | 5:10 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:10 Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h10 | 5:20 Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 1 September | |||||
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 | |
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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Buses from Venice to Genoa run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
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 5h 29m.
Distance 291 km |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 29m |
First bus 0:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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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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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, Stazioni Marittime is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genoa, Stazioni Marittime has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: A small café available in the station.
Free WiFi available in station area. ATMs are available at Genoa, Stazioni Marittime.
Ticket office support is available at Genoa, Stazioni Marittime.
Available at Genoa, Stazioni Marittime: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genoa, Stazioni Marittime: Accessible entrance and assistance available.
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