- 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
£15
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h 47 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Genoa will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Como to Genoa you need to make at least 2 changes.
Regionale TRENORD 132 · S1 TRENORD 25733 · Regionale Veloce 3025
Regionale TRENORD 1112 · S1 TRENORD 25719 · Regionale Veloce 3331
Regionale TRENORD 146 · S1 TRENORD 25749 · Regionale Veloce 3313
Regionale TRENORD 140 · S1 TRENORD 25741 · Regionale Veloce 3029
Regionale TRENORD 132 · S1 TRENORD 25733 · Regionale Veloce 3025
Regionale TRENORD 25507+
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Regionale Veloce 3331
Regionale TRENORD 25519+
UrbV Urb+
Regionale Veloce 3029
Regionale TRENORD 25515+
UrbV Urb+
Regionale Veloce 3025
Regionale TRENORD 25523+
UrbV Urb+
Regionale Veloce 3313
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · Regionale TRENORD 80318 · Regionale 3097Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 157 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price | £213 Average Price |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 13m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Como to Genoa trains for today, Friday 21 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale TRENORD 150 · Regionale TRENORD 25523+ Intercity 675 | 14:21 Como Borghi | 4h24 | 18:45 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 25523+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3333 | 14:36 Como San Giovanni | 3h55 | 18:31 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
S11 TRENORD 25063 · Regionale TRENORD 10895 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 16:50 Como San Giovanni | 4h29 | 21:19 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 166 · Regionale TRENORD 25529+ Intercity 689 | 17:21 Como Borghi | 4h27 | 21:48 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 22 August | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 25503+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3013 | 4:36 Como San Giovanni | 4h26 | 9:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
S11 TRENORD 25017 · treno 3015 effettuato con bus GEM03 · Regionale Veloce 3063 | 5:20 Como San Giovanni | 4h42 | 10:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
S11 TRENORD 25017+ Intercity 657 | 5:20 Como San Giovanni | 4h24 | 9:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 1112 · S1 TRENORD 25719 · Regionale Veloce 3331 | 5:46 Como Lago | 4h37 | 10:23 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 1112 · S1 TRENORD 25719 · Regionale Veloce 3331 | 5:51 Como Borghi | 4h32 | 10:23 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 25507+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3331 | 6:36 Como San Giovanni | 3h47 | 10:23 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · Regionale TRENORD 80318 · Regionale 3097 | 6:46 Como Lago | 4h08 | 10:54 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
S11 TRENORD 25023 · Regionale 3097 | 6:50 Como San Giovanni | 4h04 | 10:54 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 1118 · Regionale TRENORD 80318 · Regionale 3097 | 6:51 Como Borghi | 4h03 | 10:54 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
S11 TRENORD 25027+ FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Intercity 511 | 7:50 Como San Giovanni | 4h39 | 12:29 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 132 · S1 TRENORD 25733 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 9:16 Como Lago | 5h11 | 14:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 132 · S1 TRENORD 25733 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 9:21 Como Borghi | 5h06 | 14:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 132 · Regionale TRENORD 25513+ Intercity 665 | 9:21 Como Borghi | 4h25 | 13:46 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 25515+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3025 | 10:36 Como San Giovanni | 3h51 | 14:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 140 · Regionale TRENORD 25517+ Intercity 669 | 11:16 Como Lago | 4h29 | 15:45 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 140 · S1 TRENORD 25741 · Regionale Veloce 3029 | 11:16 Como Lago | 5h11 | 16:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
S11 TRENORD 25041 · Regionale TRENORD 10867 · Regionale TTPER 88122 | 11:20 Como San Giovanni | 4h52 | 16:12 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 140 · S1 TRENORD 25741 · Regionale Veloce 3029 | 11:21 Como Borghi | 5h06 | 16:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 140 · Regionale TRENORD 25517+ Intercity 669 | 11:21 Como Borghi | 4h24 | 15:45 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 25519+ UrbV Urb+ Regionale Veloce 3029 | 12:36 Como San Giovanni | 3h51 | 16:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 146 · S1 TRENORD 25749 · Regionale Veloce 3313 | 13:16 Como Lago | 5h15 | 18:31 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 146 · Regionale TRENORD 25521+ Intercity 673 | 13:16 Como Lago | 4h29 | 17:45 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 146 · Regionale TRENORD 25521+ Intercity 673 | 13:21 Como Borghi | 4h24 | 17:45 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 146 · S1 TRENORD 25749 · Regionale Veloce 3313 | 13:21 Como Borghi | 5h10 | 18:31 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 25521+ Intercity 673 | 13:36 Como San Giovanni | 4h09 | 17:45 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
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Trains from Como to Genoa run on average 60 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 157 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 157 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 60 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 21:44 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
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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Genova Brignole -> Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como 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 Como to Genoa trains use the Como S. Giovanni to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Como and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como S. Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Como Caffe
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Borghi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Como Borghi.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Borghi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Como Borghi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Borghi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Borghi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Lago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Sociale, Osteria del Gallo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Lago. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Como Lago. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Como Lago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Lago: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Lago: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropole Suisse, Albergo Terminus Hotel, Hotel Barchetta Excelsior.
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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