How to travel from Como to Genoa, Italy

The distance between Como and Genoa is around 184km (114 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 5m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Como to Genoa by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out GenoaComo if you're planning a return trip.

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Train via Milano Centrale

Take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Genova Brignole.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €54($54)
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Bus

Take the bus to Milan and then to Genoa.

  • Duration3h 15m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €21($21)
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Drive

Drive to Genoa.

  • Duration2h 5m
  • Distance189km (117 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Como and Genoa

There are several options for getting from Como to Genoa by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around €19 ($19) and will take around 2h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €29 ($29).

The distance between Como and Genoa is around 184km (114 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 171km (106 miles)

It takes around 2h 40m to get from Como and Genoa by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Como to Genoa is to drive which takes around 2h 5m and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Como and Genoa, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around €19 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Como and Genoa. It typically takes around 2h 40m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Como and Genoa with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 2h 40m.

Swiss Railways, Trenitalia EuroCity, DB/SBB/TI Eurocity Milano, Deutsche Bahn Eurocity, Trenitalia and Trenord run train services between Como and Genoa. Trains depart once daily and will take around 2h 40m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Como and Genoa. It typically takes around 3h 15m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Como to Genoa. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Milan. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 3h 15m.

FlixBus and RegioJet run regular bus services between Como and Genoa. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 3h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Como to Genoa. We recommend that you take the train to Genova P. Principe. instead which will take 2h 40m.

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 Como and Genoa. The distance is around 189km (117 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Como to Genoa is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 40m and will usually cost around €120 ($120).

How do I get from Como to Genoa

Compare travel optionsbetween Como and Genoa

Transport options from Como to Genoa
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Milano Centrale + 2 similar
2h 30m
€54($54)
every 4 hours188km (117 miles)
Train via Milano Centrale2h 30m
€19($19)
every 4 hours188km (117 miles)
Train2h 40m
€120($120)
once daily184km (114 miles)
Bus
3h 15m
€21($21)
every 4 hours197km (122 miles)
Drive
2h 5m
€29($29)
on demand189km (117 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