4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Genoa
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
401 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Genoa will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 17 trains that leave Rome for Genoa on Sun, Aug 16, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 401 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 5 h 5 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.
Regionale Veloce 34476 · Regionale 19362 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 300612:12 PM7h39Rome Termini7:51 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€401One-way2 transfers
InterCityNotte 796+Regionale Veloce 335812:15 AM5h45Rome Ostiense6:00 AMGenoa Piazza Principe€451One-way1 transfer- Regionale Veloce 4128 · Regionale 19392+
Intercity 68010:12 AM8h03Rome Termini6:15 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€451One-way2 transfers - InterCityNotte 79612:15 AM5h46Rome Ostiense6:01 AMGenoa Piazza Principe€471One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 4124+Intercity 6706:12 AM8h04Rome Termini2:16 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€471One-way1 transfer
FRECCIARGENTO 85967:50 PM4h47Rome Termini12:37 AMGenoa Piazza Principe€791One-way0 transfers
FRECCIABIANCA 86306:27 PM4h58Rome Termini11:25 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€681One-way0 transfers- FRECCIARGENTO 85563:50 PM5h00Rome Termini8:50 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€791One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIABIANCA 86201:57 PM5h04Rome Termini7:01 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€681One-way0 transfers
- FRECCIARGENTO 85886:00 AM5h05Rome Termini11:05 AMGenoa Piazza Principe€791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €41.
Distance: 401 km
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€48 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €152 Average price |
5h 52m Average total duration 5h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rome to Genoa train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Genoa trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FRECCIAROSSA 9416+Regionale Veloce 4029+Intercity 674 | 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 6h09 | 4:14 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 4128 · Regionale 19392+Intercity 680 | 10:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h03 | 6:15 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale Veloce 4128 · Regionale 19392 · Regionale Veloce 3096 | 10:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h35 | 6:47 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 590+Regionale 19358 · Regionale Veloce 3064 | 11:42 AM Rome Ostiense | 7h39 | 7:21 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIABIANCA 8616 | 11:57 AM Rome Termini | 5h05 | 5:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale Veloce 34476+Intercity 684 | 12:12 PM Rome Termini | 8h04 | 8:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale Veloce 34476 · Regionale 19362 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 12:12 PM Rome Termini | 7h39 | 7:51 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| FRECCIABIANCA 8620 | 1:57 PM Rome Termini | 5h04 | 7:01 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9544+Regionale Veloce TTPER 1718+Intercity 685 | 2:40 PM Rome Termini | 6h05 | 8:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Intercity 518 | 3:57 PM Rome Termini | 5h37 | 9:34 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIABIANCA 8626 | 4:57 PM Rome Termini | 5h06 | 10:03 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FRECCIABIANCA 8630 | 6:27 PM Rome Termini | 4h58 | 11:25 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 522+Regionale 12210 · Regionale Veloce 3016 | 7:43 PM Rome Ostiense | 9h56 | 5:39 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
| InterCityNotte 796 | 12:15 AM Rome Ostiense | 5h46 | 6:01 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| InterCityNotte 796+Regionale Veloce 3358 | 12:15 AM Rome Ostiense | 5h45 | 6:00 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIARGENTO 8588 | 6:00 AM Rome Termini | 5h05 | 11:05 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 4124+Intercity 670 | 6:12 AM Rome Termini | 8h04 | 2:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9304+Regionale Veloce 3025 | 6:55 AM Rome Termini | 7h32 | 2:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| FRECCIAROSSA 9490+Regionale Veloce 4021+Intercity 670 | 8:05 AM Rome Termini | 6h11 | 2:16 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Genoa
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Trains from Rome to Genoa run on average 27 times per day, taking around 5h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 401 km distance in 4h 32m.
Distance 401 km |
Average train duration 5h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 27 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Frecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo from Rome to Genoa trainsFrecciabianca, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Frecciargento, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Rome and Genoa from €12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Rome to Genoa
Travelers planning a city break or business trip from the Italian capital to the historic city in Liguria can take direct trains from Rome to Genoa using Italy's high-speed network. There are daily direct trains seven days a week, with a choice of morning departure times and an overnight service. Journey times from the capital to Genoa range from just over four hours to more than five hours. Indirect connections with one change en route increase the rail travel options from Rome.
Which train companies travel from Rome to Genoa?
The Italian national rail operator Trenitalia provides direct trains to Genoa from Rome Termini Station with regular Intercity express services and its high-speed Frecciabianca trains. In addition, there are indirect trains requiring one change en route, using Trenitalia Regionale services from Rome connecting with an Intercity departure from Pisa Centrale.
How long is the train from Rome to Genoa?
The fastest daily service on the 311-mile route north-west from Rome to Genoa is the early morning departure, taking four hours and 16 minutes to reach the northern city. Other direct trains take between 35 minutes and 90 minutes longer. The overnight service to Genoa from Rome Ostiense takes five hours and 50 minutes.
How many trains are there from Rome to Genoa?
The Trenitalia schedule provides five daily direct departures from Rome to Genoa from Saturday to Tuesday and four trains from Wednesday to Friday. Schedules include a nightly overnight service from Rome Ostiense, leaving just after midnight, and three or four daily morning departures from Rome Termini.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Rome to Genoa?
Departure train station: Rome Termini is one of Europe's largest rail hubs, located in central Rome with public transport links on city buses and the red and blue lines of the Rome Metro. Rome Ostiense, the departure point for overnight trains, is on the southern side of the city with numerous bus links and Metro trains available from the adjacent Piramide station. Both stations have news vendors, restaurants, food stores, and taxi stands.
Arrival train station: Genoa Piazza Principe is the city's 19th-century neo-classical rail hub, located centrally with its own stop on the city Metro and nearby bus and funicular stops. The main concourse has a tourist information desk, restaurants, coffee bar, baggage storage facilities, and taxi stands.
FAQs: Trains from Rome to Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome to Genoa
Most Rome to Genoa trains use the Roma Termini to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Rome and Genoa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rome station do trains to Genoa leave from?
Getting to Roma Termini from Rome city centre
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini train station facilities and services
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Roma Tiburtina from Rome city centre
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina train station facilities and services
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
Getting to Roma Ostiense from Rome city centre
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense train station facilities and services
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Which Genoa station do trains from Rome arrive at?
Getting to Genova Piazza Principe from Genoa city centre
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Getting to Genova Brignole from Genoa city centre
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Getting to Genova Nervi from Genoa city centre
Genova Nervi is 8 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Nervi train station facilities and services
Genova Nervi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Lo Scalo, Trattoria La Ruota
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Genova Nervi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Genova Nervi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Genova Nervi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Genova Nervi: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Nervi: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esperia, Hotel Villa Pagoda, Hotel Astor.
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