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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 17 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
44 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
49 m
Trains on 17 Sept
22
Distance
62 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alessandria to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alessandria to Genoa will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 22 trains from Alessandria to Genoa, including 21 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 62 km distance in an average of 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 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.
Regionale Veloce 2119
Regionale Veloce 2113
Regionale Veloce 2145
Regionale Veloce 2137
Regionale Veloce 2127
FRECCIAROSSA 8623
Intercity 511
InterCityNotte 795
InterCityNotte 899
Intercity 503Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alessandria to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 62 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alessandria to Genoa:
A train is £0.27 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Alessandria to Genoa costing on average £8.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 7m.
The journey is about 15m faster (54m by train vs 1h 9m by car) and roughly £12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£8 vs £20). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Alessandria to Genoa trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 2113 | 6:31 Alessandria station | 1h05 | 7:36 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 12157 | 6:48 Alessandria station | 1h04 | 7:52 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 503 | 7:02 Alessandria station | 0h58 | 8:00 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2115 | 7:31 Alessandria station | 0h59 | 8:30 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2117 | 8:31 Alessandria station | 1h05 | 9:36 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2119 | 9:31 Alessandria station | 0h59 | 10:30 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 511 | 11:36 Alessandria station | 0h45 | 12:21 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2123 | 11:39 Alessandria station | 1h00 | 12:39 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2125 | 12:31 Alessandria station | 1h02 | 13:33 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2127 | 13:31 Alessandria station | 0h59 | 14:30 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2129 | 14:31 Alessandria station | 1h02 | 15:33 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2131 | 15:31 Alessandria station | 1h01 | 16:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8623 | 16:16 Alessandria station | 0h44 | 17:00 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 795 | 16:22 Alessandria station | 0h47 | 17:09 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2133 | 16:31 Alessandria station | 1h02 | 17:33 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2377+ Intercity 675 | 17:16 Alessandria station | 1h28 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 2137 | 18:31 Alessandria station | 1h02 | 19:33 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 519 | 19:02 Alessandria station | 1h00 | 20:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2139 | 19:31 Alessandria station | 0h59 | 20:30 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2141 | 20:31 Alessandria station | 0h59 | 21:30 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 899 | 21:22 Alessandria station | 0h52 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 2145 | 22:31 Alessandria station | 0h59 | 23:30 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Alessandria to Genoa run on average 22 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:07, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 62 km distance in 42m.
Distance 62 km |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 42m |
First train 4:07 |
Last train 22:59 |
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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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Genova Brignole -> Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alessandria to Genoa by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alessandria to Genoa trains use the Alessandria to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Alessandria and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alessandria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Grappolo, Trattoria Cappelverde
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alessandria. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alessandria. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alessandria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alessandria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alessandria: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alli Due Buoi Rossi, Hotel Lux, Hotel Europa.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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