How to travel from Dubrovnik to Genoa, Italy

The distance between Dubrovnik and Genoa is around 934km (580 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Dubrovnik to Genoa by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Dubrovnik (DBV) to Genoa (GOA).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time2h 20m
  • Typical cost
    €89($89)
Operated byWizz Air+ 8 others
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Zagreb and then to Genoa Train station.

  • Duration21h 35m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €55($55)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Ferry and Train

Take a ferry to Bari then take the train to Roma Termini and then to Genova Brignole.

  • Duration19h 55m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

2 similiar routes

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Drive

Drive to Genoa.

  • Duration12h 45m
  • Distance1,221km (758 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dubrovnik and Genoa

There are several options for getting from Dubrovnik to Genoa by plane, bus, ferry, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €55 ($55) and will take around 21h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €89 ($89).

The distance between Dubrovnik and Genoa is around 934km (580 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 764km (474 miles)

It takes around 3h 25m to get from Dubrovnik and Genoa by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 12h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Dubrovnik to Genoa is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx €89 ($89).

The cheapest way to travel between Dubrovnik and Genoa, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €55 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Dubrovnik and Genoa. We recommend that you fly from Dubrovnik (DBV) to Genoa (GOA). instead which will take 3h 25m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Dubrovnik and Genoa. It typically takes around 21h 35m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Dubrovnik to Genoa. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Dubrovnik - Gruz 2 and Zagreb. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 21h 35m.

Croatia Bus, FlixBus, Samoborček, Union Ivkoni, Arriva d.o.o. and Marino Autolinee run regular bus services between Dubrovnik and Genoa. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 21h 35m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Dubrovnik and Genoa. Flights depart from Dubrovnik (DBV) and arrive at Genoa (GOA) - via Rome (FCO). The flight takes around 2h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Dubrovnik to Genoa. There is however a flight that goes via Rome (FCO). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Dubrovnik to Genoa typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Dubrovnik (DBV) and and arrive into Genoa (GOA).

The closest major airport to Genoa is Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) (GOA) which is approximately 7km (4 miles) from Genoa. Linate Airport (LIN) (LIN) and Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) (MXP) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Dubrovnik and Genoa. The distance is around 1,221km (758 miles) by road and it will take around 12h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dubrovnik to Genoa is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around €89 ($89).

How do I get from Dubrovnik to Genoa

Compare travel optionsbetween Dubrovnik and Genoa

Transport options from Dubrovnik to Genoa
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
3h 25m
€89($89)
4 times a day934km (580 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
21h 35m
€55($55)
every 20 mins1,437km (893 miles)
Bus via Rijeka23h 15m
€87($87)
4 times a week1,466km (911 miles)
Ferry and Train + 2 similar
19h 55m
€110($110)
3 times a week1,174km (730 miles)
Ferry to Bari, train22h 15m
€115($115)
3 times a week1,131km (703 miles)
Bus and Train1 day 2h
€205($205)
5 times a week1,787km (1,110 miles)
Drive
12h 45m
€220($220)
on demand1,221km (758 miles)

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Airports near Genoa

The following major airports near Genoa offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

GOA
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)
Domestic Airport
Distance
7km (4 miles) from Genoa
LIN
Linate Airport (LIN)
International Airport
Distance
120km (75 miles) from Genoa
MXP
Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP)
International Airport
Distance
137km (85 miles) from Genoa