The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 10 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 11 trains that leave Zurich HB for Genoa Piazza Principe 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 331 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 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.
EuroCity 35
EuroCity 151+
Regionale Veloce 3073
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 687
EuroCity 119+
Regionale TRENORD 2339 · Regionale Veloce 3039
EuroCity 11+
Intercity 637
EuroCity 13+
FRECCIABIANCA 8619
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 687
EuroCity 11+
Intercity 637
EuroCity 15+
Intercity 641
EuroCity 33+
Intercity 665Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 331 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £218 Average Price |
5h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ Intercity 637 | 06:33 Zurich HB | 5h11 | 11:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 33+ Intercity 665 | 07:33 Zurich HB | 5h11 | 12:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 08:33 Zurich HB | 5h04 | 13:37 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ Intercity 669 | 08:33 Zurich HB | 6h11 | 14:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 35 | 09:33 Zurich HB | 5h19 | 14:52 Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 15+ 9992 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 11h41 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 641 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 5h11 | 15:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | On time 11:33 Zurich HB | 5h45 | 17:18 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ 9992 | On time 11:33 Zurich HB | 10h41 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 117+ 9992 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 9h41 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 117+ Intercity 679 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 6h11 | 18:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 119+ Intercity 689 | On time 14:33 Zurich HB | 6h11 | 20:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 119+ Regionale TRENORD 2339 · Regionale Veloce 3039 | On time 14:33 Zurich HB | 6h07 | 20:40 Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 119+ 9992 | On time 14:33 Zurich HB | 7h41 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 687 | 16:33 Zurich HB | 5h11 | 21:44 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ 9992 | 16:33 Zurich HB | 5h41 | 22:14 Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe
Trains from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £44 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:33, the last at 15:33. The fastest train covers the 331 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 331 km |
Average train duration 5h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £44 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 04:33 |
Last train 15:33 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Zurich HB and Genoa Piazza Principe from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich HB to Genoa Piazza Principe 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 Piazza Principe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zurich HB and Genoa Piazza Principe
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 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
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