
Day trip from Genoa to Milan by train
Why visit Milan for the day?
Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £132 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £132, while a flight costs an average of £446.
Distance: 898 km
Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£446 Average Price | £132 Average Price Cheapest | £262 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 17m Average total duration 19h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Genoa:
A coach is £314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Genoa costing on average £446.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Coach takes on average 20h 17m.
You'll arrive about 9h 7m sooner (3h 25m by flight vs 12h 32m by car). Tickets start at around £446 compared to roughly £262 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
How to get to Genoa from Rotterdam by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Rotterdam to Genoa is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.





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The most popular day trips by train from Genoa are Milan, Portofino, Camogli, Turin and Savona. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Genoa on Omio.

Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.

Portofino is a small Ligurian harbour town known for its pastel-coloured waterfront and elegant piazzetta. Once a fishing village, it is now associated with luxury yachts, scenic walks and a polished seaside atmosphere.

Camogli is a small Ligurian fishing town known for pastel waterfront houses and a pebbly beach. Its harbour, seafood culture and steep lanes give it a relaxed, lived-in Riviera character.

Turin is known for its baroque architecture, Savoy legacy and Fiat-linked industrial past. The city feels refined yet grounded, with notable museums, football culture and a café scene shaped by chocolate and vermouth.

Savona is a Ligurian port city known for the Priamar Fortress, a lively harbour and a compact old centre. Its seafront promenade, churches and everyday coastal atmosphere give it a practical, historic character.
Travel to Genoa easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rotterdam to Genoa.

This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Genoa:
A coach is £314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Genoa costing on average £446.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Coach takes on average 20h 17m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rotterdam and Genoa as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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