How to travel from Prato to Genoa, Italy

The distance between Prato and Genoa is around 209km (130 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 10m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Prato 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 GenoaPrato if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Viareggio and then to Genova Brignole.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    €27($27)
💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Genoa.

  • Duration3h 50m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €18($18)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Genoa.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Distance209km (130 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prato and Genoa

There are several options for getting from Prato to Genoa by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €18 ($18) and will take around 3h 50m. 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 €32 ($32).

The distance between Prato and Genoa is around 209km (130 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 183km (114 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Prato 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 Prato to Genoa is to drive which takes around 2h 10m and will set you back approx €32 ($32).

The cheapest way to travel between Prato and Genoa, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €18 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Prato and Genoa. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs 4 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Prato to Genoa. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Viareggio. These services run 4 times a day and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

Trenitalia run train services between Prato and Genoa. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 2h 45m, 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 Prato and Genoa. It typically takes around 3h 50m and departs 5 times a week.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Prato and Genoa with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a week and takes 3h 50m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Prato and Genoa. Buses run 5 times a week and take around 3h 50m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Prato to Genoa. We recommend that you take the train to Viareggio and then to Genova Brignole. instead which will take 2h 45m.

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 Prato and Genoa. The distance is around 209km (130 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 Prato to Genoa is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €27 ($27).

How do I get from Prato to Genoa

Compare travel optionsbetween Prato and Genoa

Transport options from Prato to Genoa
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 45m
€27($27)
4 times a day219km (136 miles)
Bus
3h 50m
€18($18)
5 times a week245km (152 miles)
Drive
2h 10m
€32($32)
on demand209km (130 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