The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Genoa
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€73
Fastest journey
11 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 46 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
646 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Genoa will cost around €73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 8 buses that leave Barcelona for Genoa on Fri, May 22, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 22 the direct buses cover the 646 km distance in an average of 12 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .
On Fri, May 22 the slowest buses will take 13 h 15 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.
FlixBus7:45 AM13h45Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord9:30 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€421One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:55 PM11h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:30 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€651One-way0 transfers
47324:00 PM12h50Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord4:50 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:15 PM13h20Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord5:35 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€731One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:45 AM13h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:55 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€731One-way0 transfers
FlixBus8:55 PM11h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:30 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€651One-way0 transfers
47324:00 PM12h50Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord4:50 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€701One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus7:30 PM13h00Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants8:30 AMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€881One-way1 transfer
FlixBus9:45 AM13h10Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:55 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€731One-way0 transfers
FlixBus2:50 AM13h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord4:05 PMGenova, Via Fanti D'Italia€731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Barcelona to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 646 km
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Most popular Bus | Ferry | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
€58 Average price Cheapest | €97 Average price | €166 Average price | €145 Average price |
14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 0m Average total duration 25h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 40m Average total duration 24h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Genoa bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Genoa buses for today, Thursday, May 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h45 | 9:30 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
4249 · 4732 | 9:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 19h50 | 4:50 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
4734 · 4732 | 9:35 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 19h15 | 4:50 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:45 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h10 | 10:55 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
93130 · 50904 · 4732 | 11:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h50 | 4:50 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 2 transfers | |
93118 · 4732 | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 16h50 | 4:50 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
4822 · 4732 | 2:20 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 14h30 | 4:50 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 15h00 | 5:35 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
4732 | 4:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h50 | 4:50 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h20 | 5:35 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 13h00 | 8:30 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:55 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h35 | 8:30 AM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 22 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:50 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h15 | 4:05 PM Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Barcelona to Genoa buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Genoa.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus, flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Genoa.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni or Alsa to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Genoa.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Genoa.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Genoa
Buses from Barcelona to Genoa run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 646 km distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 646 km |
Average bus duration 13h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Alsa, Infobus from Barcelona to GenoaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Genoa with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Alsa, Infobus for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Infobus
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Union Ivkoni International
Union Ivkoni
FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Genoa by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Genoa
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
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