The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Genoa
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
2 h 46 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Genoa will cost around £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £23.
Of the 46 trains that leave Bologna for Genoa every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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 TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2092 · Regionale Veloce 3039
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082
Regionale TTPER 2070
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3015
Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale Veloce 3031
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+
Regionale TRENORD 10467+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+
Regionale Veloce 3029
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+
Intercity 685
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+
Intercity 669
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
Regionale Veloce 3039 · Regionale Veloce 2141Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 191 km
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Live departures
Bologna to Genoa train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Genoa trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3061 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 21:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482+ Intercity 687 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S13 TRENORD 24371+ Intercity 687 | 17:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
9990 · 9992 | 18:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 22:23 Genoa Brignole | 1 change | |
9990 · 9992 | 18:11 Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 18:18 Bologna Centrale | 2h42 | 21:00 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 687 | 18:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9563+ TUSCANY LINE 18335+ FRECCIARGENTO 8596 | 19:27 Bologna Centrale | 4h05 | 23:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567+ Regionale 18339+ InterCityNotte 796 | 20:27 Bologna Centrale | 8h34 | 05:01 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
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Regionale TTPER 2066+ Intercity 633 | 04:00 Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 07:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 04:00 Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 08:08 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TTPER 2066+ Intercity 633 | 04:06 Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 07:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 3015 | 04:35 Bologna Centrale | 3h33 | 08:08 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 | 05:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h41 | 09:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ Intercity 637 | 06:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 11:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ Intercity 665 | On time 07:10 Bologna Centrale | 5h34 | 12:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ Intercity 637 | 08:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 11:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 08:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 13:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Intercity 665 | On time 09:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 12:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 1528+ Regionale TTPER 19241+ Intercity 510 | 09:46 Bologna Centrale | 4h49 | 14:35 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 | 09:56 Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 13:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 604 · Intercity 669 | 10:05 Bologna Centrale | 4h39 | 14:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10966+ Intercity 669 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 14:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 10:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h01 | 13:37 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 | 10:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 15:12 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+ Regionale TRENORD 10467+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 10:51 Bologna Centrale | 2h46 | 13:37 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale Veloce 3031 | 11:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 16:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Intercity 669 | 11:51 Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 14:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 3031 | 12:03 Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 16:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+ Regionale Veloce 3029 | 12:26 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 15:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Intercity 641 | 12:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3033 | 12:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 17:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale Veloce 3031 | 13:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h56 | 16:32 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 13:56 Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 17:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 14:04 Bologna Centrale | 4h40 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TTPER 2088+ Intercity 679 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Intercity 675 | 14:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 17:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 14:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h31 | 19:21 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2092 · Regionale Veloce 3039 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h07 | 20:40 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480+ Intercity 689 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 5h11 | 20:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 679 | 15:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 15:56 Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 18:55 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Genoa
Trains from Bologna to Genoa run on average 41 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 191 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 41 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 29m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Genoa trainsRegionale, Intercity, Italo, Frecciarossa, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Genoa from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Genoa train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Genoa
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Elevators, ramps.
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo
- Trattoria La Ruota
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Esperia
- Hotel Villa Pagoda
- Hotel Astor
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Genova Brignole and beyond
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Verdi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto
- Trattoria Rosmarino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Bristol Palace
- NH Genova Centro
- Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-6 for intercity trains
- Hall 3: platform 7-9 for high-speed trains
- Metro: Line M
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 12
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Acquaverde.
- Ristorante Salgari
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Continental Genova
- Grand Hotel Savoia
- Hotel Britannia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-10 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-20 for local and suburban trains
- Hall 3: metro and bus connections
- Metro: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Piazza Montano.
- Zenzero
- Trattoria da Mario
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Galata
- Hotel Bellevue
- Hotel Helvetia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and local trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and local train services
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Sirenella
- Hotel Castello Miramare
- Hotel Torre Cambiaso
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible via underpass
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Regional train services
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Coffee Bar Amleto
- Ristorante Pizzeria Da Nicola
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Castello Miramare
- Hotel Mediterranee
- Hotel Torre Cambiaso
- Located near the main entrance
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Genoa and Savona
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Parking is available near the station, but specific details are not provided.
- Blunt Beach Club
- Trattoria da Mario
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Iris
- Hotel Tirreno
- Hotel La Capannina
- Bus: Line 15, Line 31
- Train: Regional trains
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Pazzi per la Pizza
- Trattoria Osvaldo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- AC Hotel Genova
- Gaslini vicinissimo - Casa dello Zio
- Bus: Line 17
- Train: Regional trains to Genova Brignole
- Parking is available nearby, though not directly at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- The station is a small regional stop with basic facilities and two platforms.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Genoa and surrounding areas
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