The distance between Parma and Genoa is around 200km (124 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.
We've found 4 different ways to get from Parma 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.
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Take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Genova Brignole.
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Take the bus to Genoa Via alle Sorgenti Sulfuree and then to Caricamento/Acquario.
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There are several options for getting from Parma to Genoa by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €2 ($2) and will take around 3h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 10m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €30 ($30).
The distance between Parma and Genoa is around 200km (124 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 119km (74 miles)
It takes around 2h 35m to get from Parma and Genoa by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 10m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Parma to Genoa is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €30 ($30).
The cheapest way to travel between Parma and Genoa, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €2 ($2) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Parma and Genoa. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs every 4 hours.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Parma and Genoa with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 3h 30m.
Trenitalia run train services between Parma and Genoa. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 2h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Parma and Genoa. It typically takes around 3h 25m and departs once a week.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Parma to Genoa. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Genoa Via alle Sorgenti Sulfuree. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 3h 25m.
Satam Bus and AMT Genova run regular bus services between Parma and Genoa. Buses run once a week and take around 3h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Parma to Genoa. We recommend that you take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Genova Brignole. instead which will take 2h 35m.
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.
Yes it is possible to drive from Parma and Genoa. The distance is around 200km (124 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 10m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Parma to Genoa is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around €31 ($31).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
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Train + 1 similar | 2h 35m | €31($31) | every 4 hours | 264km (164 miles) |
Train to Genova Brignole | 3h 30m | €18($18) | once daily | 203km (126 miles) |
Bus | 3h 25m | €2($2) | once a week | 226km (140 miles) |
Drive | 2h 10m | €30($30) | on demand | 200km (124 miles) |
Satam Bus
AMT Genova
The following major airports near Genoa offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.