- 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 11 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 11 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 11 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 11 Sept
2 h 59 m
Trains on 11 Sept
24
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Genoa will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 11 Sept, we found 24 trains from Parma to Genoa, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082
Regionale TTPER 2070
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3015
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale 11056 · Regionale Veloce 2117
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028
Regionale TTPER 2070
Regionale TTPER 2066+
Intercity 633
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+
Regionale Veloce 3037
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10498+
Intercity 687
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494+
Intercity 669Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 119 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£16 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Parma to Genoa:
A train is £11 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Parma to Genoa costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 57m.
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Genoa trains for tomorrow, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 5:52 Parma station | 4h10 | 10:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale 11056 · Regionale Veloce 2117 | 5:52 Parma station | 3h44 | 9:36 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2066+ Intercity 633 | 5:52 Parma station | 2h52 | 8:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2452 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 6:07 Parma station | 3h55 | 10:02 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454+ Intercity 657 | 6:27 Parma station | 3h17 | 9:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 | 7:34 Parma station | 2h40 | 10:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3261+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 7:50 Parma station | 4h03 | 11:53 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 | 7:50 Parma station | 3h50 | 11:40 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale 19235 · Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale 12044 | 8:47 Parma station | 4h39 | 13:26 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 11:00 Parma station | 3h18 | 14:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494+ Intercity 669 | 12:33 Parma station | 3h11 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 | 13:00 Parma station | 3h12 | 16:12 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3033 | 15:00 Parma station | 3h18 | 18:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 16:06 Parma station | 3h38 | 19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+ Intercity 679 | 16:33 Parma station | 3h11 | 19:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 17:00 Parma station | 3h18 | 20:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 17:15 Parma station | 3h03 | 20:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2480+ Intercity 689 | 18:07 Parma station | 3h37 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 19:02 Parma station | 3h16 | 22:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10498+ Intercity 687 | 19:33 Parma station | 3h11 | 22:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
Regionale 19257+ FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 19:47 Parma station | 3h40 | 23:27 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2484 · Regionale Veloce 3045 | 20:00 Parma station | 3h57 | 23:57 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 20:13 Parma station | 3h44 | 23:57 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TRENORD 2383+ InterCityNotte 799 | 20:13 Parma station | 3h37 | 23:50 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Parma to Genoa run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 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 Parma 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 Parma to Genoa trains use the Parma to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Parma and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parma 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: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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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