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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Genoa

Showing times and prices for 02 Apr

Cheapest price

£25

Average price

£47

Fastest journey

2 h 48 m

Average duration

2 h 54 m

Trains per day

38

Distance

191 km

Cheap tickets

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 £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.

Fast trains

Of the 38 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 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 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.

  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 2313 · Regionale Veloce 2117
    05:004h36
    Bologna Centrale
    09:36Genoa Piazza Principe
    £251One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 2076 · Regionale 3023
    08:335h29
    Bologna Centrale
    14:02Genoa Piazza Principe
    £251One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494 · Regionale Veloce 3027
    11:334h29
    Bologna Centrale
    16:02Genoa Piazza Principe
    £251One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082
    11:504h22
    Bologna Centrale
    16:12Genoa Piazza Principe
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2070
    06:333h41
    Bologna Centrale
    10:14Genoa Piazza Principe
    £251One-way
    0 changes

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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 £7. 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 £7, and a train costs an average of £22.

Distance: 191 km

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Coach

£24

Average Price

£16

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Cheapest

3h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 15m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 36m

Average total duration

4h 6m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Live departures

Bologna to Genoa train times

The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Genoa trains for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale Veloce 303110:50 Bologna Centrale
5h12
16:02 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9310+trenitaliaintIntercity 66910:51 Bologna Centrale
2h53
13:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaintIntercity 606 · Intercity 67311:03 Bologna Centrale
4h41
15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9924+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303311:06 Bologna Centrale
5h21
16:27 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9978+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303311:11 Bologna Centrale
5h16
16:27 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9978+trenitaliaintIntercity 67311:11 Bologna Centrale
4h42
15:53 Genoa Brignole1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 302911:26 Bologna Centrale
2h52
14:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+trenitaliaintIntercity 64111:36 Bologna Centrale
3h08
14:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 303311:50 Bologna Centrale
4h28
16:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9928+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303312:06 Bologna Centrale
4h21
16:27 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9928+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303712:06 Bologna Centrale
6h24
18:30 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9928+trenitaliaintIntercity 67312:06 Bologna Centrale
3h47
15:53 Genoa Brignole1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9532+trenitaliaintIntercity 67312:36 Bologna Centrale
3h08
15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9634+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303312:56 Bologna Centrale
3h22
16:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaintIntercity 608 · Intercity 67913:04 Bologna Centrale
4h40
17:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9932+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303713:06 Bologna Centrale
5h24
18:30 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9982+trenitaliaintIntercity 68513:11 Bologna Centrale
5h42
18:53 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9982+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303713:11 Bologna Centrale
5h19
18:30 Genoa Brignole1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496 · Regionale Veloce 303513:33 Bologna Centrale
4h29
18:02 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+trenitaliaintIntercity 67913:33 Bologna Centrale
4h11
17:44 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 303713:50 Bologna Centrale
4h28
18:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo8134+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 303714:06 Bologna Centrale
4h24
18:30 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo8134+trenitaliaintIntercity 68514:06 Bologna Centrale
4h47
18:53 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo8134+trenitaliaintIntercity 67914:06 Bologna Centrale
3h46
17:52 Genoa Brignole1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Autobus TRENORD 476A · Regionale Veloce 303914:33 Bologna Centrale
5h29
20:02 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9540+trenitaliaintIntercity 67914:36 Bologna Centrale
3h08
17:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaintIntercity 590 · Intercity 68914:54 Bologna Centrale
4h50
19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 974414:56 Bologna Centrale
2h59
17:55 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9940+trenitaliaintIntercity 68515:06 Bologna Centrale
3h47
18:53 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9986+trenitaliaintIntercity 68515:11 Bologna Centrale
3h42
18:53 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9986+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304515:11 Bologna Centrale
6h54
22:05 Genoa Brignole1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 304115:50 Bologna Centrale
4h28
20:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9320+trenitaliaintIntercity 68515:51 Bologna Centrale
2h53
18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9946+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 338316:06 Bologna Centrale
4h26
20:32 Genoa Brignole2 changes
italo9946+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304516:06 Bologna Centrale
5h59
22:05 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9946+trenitaliaintIntercity 88716:06 Bologna Centrale
4h43
20:49 Genoa Brignole1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale Veloce 304316:33 Bologna Centrale
5h18
21:51 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10483+trenitaliaintIntercity 88716:33 Bologna Centrale
4h07
20:40 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9588+trenitaliaintIntercity 68916:36 Bologna Centrale
3h08
19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 17420 · Regionale TRENORD 10884 · Regionale Veloce 304316:50 Bologna Centrale
5h01
21:51 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaintIntercity 612+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304317:05 Bologna Centrale
4h46
21:51 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9948 · 999217:06 Bologna Centrale
4h17
21:23 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9948 · 999217:06 Bologna Centrale
4h08
21:14 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9948+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304517:06 Bologna Centrale
4h59
22:05 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9990 · 999217:11 Bologna Centrale
4h12
21:23 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9990+trenitaliaintIntercity 88717:11 Bologna Centrale
3h38
20:49 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9990 · 999217:11 Bologna Centrale
4h03
21:14 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9990+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304517:11 Bologna Centrale
4h54
22:05 Genoa Brignole1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9808+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304117:18 Bologna Centrale
3h00
20:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9552+trenitaliaintIntercity 88717:36 Bologna Centrale
3h04
20:40 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
italo9958+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304518:06 Bologna Centrale
3h59
22:05 Genoa Brignole1 change
italo9944+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304518:41 Bologna Centrale
3h24
22:05 Genoa Brignole1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 304318:51 Bologna Centrale
3h00
21:51 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
Thursday 2 April
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 2313 · Regionale Veloce 211703:00 Bologna Centrale
4h36
07:36 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 2066+trenitaliaintIntercity 63303:00 Bologna Centrale
3h44
06:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaintnInterCityNotte 752+trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 2066+trenitaliaintIntercity 63303:06 Bologna Centrale
3h38
06:44 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale Veloce 301503:28 Bologna Centrale
4h34
08:02 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaintnInterCityNotte 754+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 211703:35 Bologna Centrale
4h01
07:36 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 207004:33 Bologna Centrale
3h41
08:14 Genoa Piazza Principe0 changesdirect
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale 302305:50 Bologna Centrale
6h12
12:02 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9300+trenitaliaintIntercity 51105:51 Bologna Centrale
4h30
10:21 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 2076 · Regionale 302306:33 Bologna Centrale
5h29
12:02 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaintIntercity 580+trenitaliaregRegionale 302307:46 Bologna Centrale
4h16
12:02 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 302507:50 Bologna Centrale
4h28
12:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce 302508:56 Bologna Centrale
3h22
12:18 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaintIntercity 604 · Intercity 66909:05 Bologna Centrale
4h39
13:44 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494 · Regionale Veloce 302709:33 Bologna Centrale
4h29
14:02 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494+trenitaliaintIntercity 66909:33 Bologna Centrale
4h11
13:44 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9520+frecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 861909:36 Bologna Centrale
3h03
12:39 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
trenitaliaregRegionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 208209:50 Bologna Centrale
4h22
14:12 Genoa Piazza Principe1 change
frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+trenitaliaregRegionale TRENORD 2325+frecciabiancaFRECCIABIANCA 861909:51 Bologna Centrale
2h48
12:39 Genoa Piazza Principe2 changes

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The best time to book your train from Bologna to Genoa is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bologna to Genoa route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bologna to Genoa per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bologna to Genoa.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bologna to Genoa

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Trains from Bologna to Genoa run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 191 km distance in 4h 8m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7
Distance
191 km
Average train duration
3h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£22
Trains per day
43
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 8m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:53
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £7

Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Italo, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Genoa trainsRegionale, Intercity, Italo, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Genoa from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Regionale

About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 22m
Cheapest Price
£22
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 11m
Cheapest Price
£32
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Italo

About
Italo is Italy’s private high-speed train service operated by Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV), connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Naples, Florence, Turin, Bologna, and Salerno. Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, capable of speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the eco-friendly Italo EVO, which reaches up to 150 mph (250 km/h). Passengers can choose from four classes — Smart, Comfort, Prima, and Club Executive — all offering modern amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, reclining leather seats, footrests, bathrooms, snack machines, and Italo Live entertainment with movies, music, and games. Italo offers three fare types — Low Cost, Economy, and Flex — providing different levels of price and flexibility. Popular routes include Rome–Milan, Rome–Florence, and Milan–Turin, making Italo a fast, comfortable, and convenient way to travel around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 8m
Cheapest Price
£55
Italo frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of hand luggage (max 55x35x25cm) and 1 piece of luggage (max 75x53x30cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar service available in most trains with drinks and light refreshments. Welcome service in Prima and Club Executive classes
Seat reservation
Included in Prima and Club Executive. Optional extra cost in Smart and Comfort
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Italo

Frecciabianca

About
Frecciabianca is a high-speed train service operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company of Italy. It is one of the most popular train services in the country, connecting major cities and towns across the country. Frecciabianca trains offer a range of ticket types, including Economy, Standard, and Business Class. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, power sockets, and free Wi-Fi. The most popular routes for Frecciabianca trains include Milan to Rome, Milan to Venice, and Rome to Naples. The journey times for these routes range from 2.5 to 4 hours, making Frecciabianca a great option for travelers looking for a fast and convenient way to get around Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Frecciabianca frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs travel free.
Quiet zone

Intercity Notte

About
Intercity Notte is an Italian train service operated by Trenitalia. It runs overnight services between major cities in Italy, making it a great option for travelers looking to save time and money. The Intercity Notte offers two types of trains: the Frecciarossa Notte and the Frecciargento Notte. The Frecciarossa Notte is the fastest train, with speeds of up to 300 km/h, while the Frecciargento Notte is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Both trains offer a range of onboard facilities, including comfortable seating, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Trenitalia offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the lounge. The most popular routes for Intercity Notte are Rome to Milan, Rome to Venice, and Milan to Venice. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Italy's most iconic cities in a convenient and comfortable way.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 26m
Cheapest Price
£34
Intercity Notte frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 handbag and 1 suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Luggage racks above seats and at carriage ends
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full dining service and bar
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for disabled passengers
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

Frecciarossa

About
Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make around 200 connections across the country each day and are renowned for their comfort, speed, and reduced environmental impact. Reaching speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), they connect major destinations such as Rome, Florence, Milan, Venice, and Naples quickly and efficiently. When booking your Frecciarossa journey, you can choose between four classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive. While each class offers different levels of comfort, all provide free Wi-Fi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services. Ticket options include Super Economy, Economy, and Base, making it easy to find the right balance of comfort and price for your trip.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£63
Frecciarossa frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 carry-on bag and 1 suitcase per passenger
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at carriage ends, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with full meals, bar service with snacks and beverages, at-seat service in Executive class
Seat reservation
Included in Executive class, optional fee for other classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle, service animals free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Frecciarossa

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bologna to Genoa can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £22, while the average price tends to be around £24.
The train journey from Bologna to Genoa covers a distance of 191 km and takes approximately 4h 8m. Trains run 43 per day.
The train distance from Bologna to Genoa is 191 km.
The first train from Bologna to Genoa leaves at 0:02.
The last train from Bologna to Genoa departs at 23:53.
Trains from Bologna to Genoa run approximately 43 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Bologna to Genoa.
Yes, there is a direct train between Bologna and Genoa. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Regionale.
To get from Bologna to Genoa, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a night train from Bologna to Genoa.
The train station in Bologna that goes to Genoa is Bologna Centrale, and it arrives at Genoa Piazza Principe.
The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Genoa is by coach, costing approximately £7.
Booking trains from Bologna to Genoa in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bologna to Genova offers a scenic experience, showcasing the picturesque landscapes of the Apennine Mountains and the charming Ligurian coastline. Passengers can enjoy views of rolling hills, lush greenery, and quaint villages along the route.
A day trip from Bologna to Genova is not feasible as the duration is 4h 8m. However, there are 41 train trips per day covering a distance of 191 km.
In Genova, you can enjoy a stroll through the Old Port, filled with shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions, or discover the Palazzi dei Rolli, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through the medieval Caruggi district with its charming alleys and local shops, or take a scenic walk along Corso Italia with beautiful sea views. Spend a day at the Galata Maritime Museum to explore Genova's maritime history. Visit the Aquarium of Genoa, one of Europe's largest, and the historic Palazzo Ducale. Don't miss the Genoa Cathedral, with its stunning architecture, and the picturesque fishing village of Boccadasse.
To fully explore Genoa, plan for at least two to three days, allowing time to visit key attractions such as the historic Old Town, the Aquarium of Genoa, and the Palazzo Ducale.
Yes, you can take the train from Bologna to Genoa.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Genoa

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The major train station for departures in Bologna is Bologna Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna Centrale for your trip from Bologna to Genoa.
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address
Address
Piazza delle Medaglie d'Oro, 40121 Bologna, Italy
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Phone Number
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • A Cafè
  • VyTA Boulangerie
  • Venchi
  • Scambio
  • Juice Bar
  • KFC
  • Dispensa Emilia
  • Lavazza
  • Mokà
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Starhotels Excelsior
  • Millenn Hotel Bologna
  • UNA Hotels
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Public transport options for Bologna Centrale
  • 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
Bologna MazziniParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
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Address
Via Emilia Levante, 40139 Bologna BO, Italy
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
  • Closed on Sunday
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Distance to city center
3 km
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Number of platforms
2
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Parking
  • Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
Dining
Dining
  • CA.FÉ MAZZINI
  • Gelateria Mazzini
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
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  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Camplus Mazzini
  • Hotel Blumen
  • Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
Station Plan
  • The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
Public transport options for Bologna Mazzini
  • Bus: Several local bus lines available
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