The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Genoa
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$64
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Genoa will cost around $64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 38 trains that leave Bologna for Genoa on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 3 h 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 TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 2313 · Regionale Veloce 21175:00 AM4h36Bologna Centrale9:36 AMGenoa Piazza Principe$341One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 2076 · Regionale 30238:33 AM5h29Bologna Centrale2:02 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$341One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494 · Regionale Veloce 302711:33 AM4h29Bologna Centrale4:02 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$341One-way2 transfers
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 208211:50 AM4h22Bologna Centrale4:12 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$341One-way1 transfer
Regionale TTPER 20706:33 AM3h41Bologna Centrale10:14 AMGenoa Piazza Principe$341One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+
Regionale TRENORD 2325+
FRECCIABIANCA 861911:51 AM2h48Bologna Centrale2:39 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$1051One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+
Regionale Veloce 30291:26 PM2h52Bologna Centrale4:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$861One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+
Intercity 66912:51 PM2h53Bologna Centrale3:44 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$961One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 97444:56 PM2h59Bologna Centrale7:55 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$1081One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+
Regionale Veloce 30438:51 PM3h00Bologna Centrale11:51 PMGenoa Piazza Principe$861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 118 miles (191 km)
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3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Bologna to Genoa train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Genoa trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494 · Regionale Veloce 3027 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 2:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3910 · Regionale TRENORD 10494+ Intercity 669 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h03 | 12:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TTPER 2082 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 2:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+ Regionale TRENORD 2325+ FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 9:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h48 | 12:39 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
9920+ Intercity 669 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 1:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9976+ Intercity 669 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 1:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9976+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h16 | 4:27 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17414 · Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale Veloce 3031 | 10:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h12 | 4:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Intercity 669 | 10:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606 · Intercity 673 | 11:03 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h41 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9924+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h21 | 4:27 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9978+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h16 | 4:27 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9978+ Intercity 673 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 3:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9628+ Regionale Veloce 3029 | 11:26 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 2:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Intercity 641 | 11:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 2:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale Veloce 3033 | 11:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 4:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h21 | 4:27 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h24 | 6:30 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9928+ Intercity 673 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 3:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 673 | 12:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 12:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 4:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608 · Intercity 679 | 1:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h40 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9932+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h24 | 6:30 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9982+ Intercity 685 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h42 | 6:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9982+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h19 | 6:30 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496 · Regionale Veloce 3035 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h29 | 6:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918 · Regionale TRENORD 10496+ Intercity 679 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h11 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 6:30 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Intercity 685 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h47 | 6:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
8134+ Intercity 679 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h46 | 5:52 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Autobus TRENORD 476A · Regionale Veloce 3039 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 8:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 679 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590 · Intercity 689 | 2:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h50 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 2:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h59 | 5:55 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9940+ Intercity 685 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h47 | 6:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Intercity 685 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h42 | 6:53 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9986+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h54 | 10:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 8:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Intercity 685 | 3:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h53 | 6:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3041 · Regionale Veloce 3383 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h26 | 8:32 PM Genoa Brignole | 2 transfers | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h59 | 10:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9946+ Intercity 887 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h43 | 8:49 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale Veloce 3043 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h18 | 9:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · Regionale TRENORD 10483+ Intercity 887 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h07 | 8:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Intercity 689 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h08 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17420 · Regionale TRENORD 10884 · Regionale Veloce 3043 | 4:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h01 | 9:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale Veloce 3043 | 5:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h46 | 9:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9948 · 9992 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 9:23 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9948 · 9992 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h08 | 9:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9948+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h59 | 10:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9990 · 9992 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h12 | 9:23 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9990+ Intercity 887 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 8:49 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9990 · 9992 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h03 | 9:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9990+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h54 | 10:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Regionale Veloce 3041 | 5:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h00 | 8:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 887 | 5:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h04 | 8:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
9958+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h59 | 10:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
9944+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h24 | 10:05 PM Genoa Brignole | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+ Regionale Veloce 3043 | 6:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h00 | 9:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 2066 · Regionale TRENORD 2313 · Regionale Veloce 2117 | 3:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h36 | 7:36 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 2066+ Intercity 633 | 3:00 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h44 | 6:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale TTPER 2066+ Intercity 633 | 3:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h38 | 6:44 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2454 · Regionale Veloce 3015 | 3:28 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h34 | 8:02 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 2117 | 3:35 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h01 | 7:36 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 2070 | 4:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h41 | 8:14 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462 · Regionale 3023 | 5:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h12 | 12:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Intercity 511 | 5:51 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h30 | 10:21 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3904 · Regionale TTPER 2076 · Regionale 3023 | 6:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h29 | 12:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale 3023 | 7:46 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h16 | 12:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 7:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h28 | 12:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3025 | 8:56 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 12:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 604 · Intercity 669 | 9:05 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h39 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Bologna to Genoa
Trains from Bologna to Genoa run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Italo, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa from Bologna to Genoa trainsRegionale, Intercity, Italo, Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Genoa from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Genoa
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Verdi.
- Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto
- Trattoria Rosmarino
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Bristol Palace
- NH Genova Centro
- Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-6 for intercity trains
- Hall 3: platform 7-9 for high-speed trains
- Metro: Line M
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 12
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo
- Trattoria La Ruota
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Esperia
- Hotel Villa Pagoda
- Hotel Astor
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Genova Brignole and beyond
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