- 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 14 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 14 Oct
£13
Fastest journey on 14 Oct
2 h 1 m
Average journey duration on 14 Oct
3 h 15 m
Trains on 14 Oct
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Viareggio to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Viareggio to Genoa will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Wed 14 Oct, we found 6 trains from Viareggio to Genoa, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.










Trains from Viareggio to Genoa run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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The table below shows live departures for Viareggio to Genoa trains for today, Tuesday 13 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 822+ treno 12210 effettuato con bus GE032 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 23:04 Viareggio station | 6h38 | 5:42 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 14 October | |||||
![]() | 4:45 Viareggio | 3h23 | 8:08 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:36 Viareggio | 3h06 | 8:42 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:53 Viareggio | 3h53 | 16:46 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:53 Viareggio | 3h53 | 17:46 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:12 Viareggio | 2h01 | 21:13 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:01 Viareggio | 7h41 | 3:42 Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Viareggio 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 Viareggio to Genoa trains use the Viareggio to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Viareggio and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Viareggio 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Da Giorgio, Ristorante Santa Monica
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Viareggio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viareggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viareggio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Hotel President, Hotel Bella Riviera.
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.
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