The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Genoa
Cheapest price
€110
Average price
€114
Fastest journey
5 h 7 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
331 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Genoa will cost around €114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €110.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Genoa without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 153+
Regionale Veloce 302910:33 AM5h45Zurich HB4:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 37+
Regionale Veloce 30372:33 PM5h45Zurich HB8:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 27+
Regionale Veloce 30456:33 PM5h24Zurich HB11:57 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 151+
Regionale Veloce 303312:33 PM5h45Zurich HB6:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 31+
Regionale Veloce 30258:33 AM5h45Zurich HB2:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 25+
Intercity 8875:33 PM5h07Zurich HB10:40 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1181One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 27+
Regionale Veloce 30456:33 PM5h24Zurich HB11:57 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 153+
Regionale Veloce 302910:33 AM5h45Zurich HB4:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 37+
Regionale Veloce 30372:33 PM5h45Zurich HB8:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
EuroCity 151+
Regionale Veloce 303312:33 PM5h45Zurich HB6:18 PMGenoa Piazza Principe€1101One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Zurich to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a flight costs an average of €112.
Distance: 331 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€109 Average price | €47 Average price Cheapest | €346 Average price |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 26m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Genoa train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Genoa trains for today, Monday, June 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 27+ Regionale Veloce 3045 | 6:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h24 | 11:57 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, June 30 | |||||
EuroCity 13+ Regionale Veloce 2363+ Intercity 665 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h11 | 1:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 31+ Regionale Veloce 3025 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 2:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 669 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h11 | 3:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 153+ Regionale Veloce 3029 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 4:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ Intercity 673 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 6h11 | 5:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale Veloce 3033 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 6:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 679 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h11 | 7:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale Veloce 3037 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h45 | 8:18 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 23+ Intercity 689 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 6h11 | 9:44 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 25+ Intercity 887 | 5:33 PM Zurich HB | 5h07 | 10:40 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zurich to Genoa
Trains from Zurich to Genoa run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €56 but you can travel from only €25 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 331 km distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 331 km |
Average train duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price €56 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich to Genoa trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Regionale, Frecciabianca, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich and Genoa from €25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Zurich to Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Genoa
- 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
- 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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