What is the cheapest way to get from Genoa to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Barcelona is to bus which costs €35 - €85 and takes 13h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Genoa to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Barcelona is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs €35 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Genoa and arriving at Barcelona. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Genoa and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Genoa and arriving at Port de Barcelona. Services depart twice a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Genova P.Za Principe and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via Ventimiglia, Nice Ville and Marseille St Charles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 33m.

How far is it from Genoa to Barcelona?

The distance between Genoa and Barcelona is 924 km. The road distance is 857.2 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Genoa to Barcelona?

Book your Genoa to Barcelona ferry tickets online with Omio.

How do I travel from Genoa to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Genoa to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs €95 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Genoa to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Genoa to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Barcelona bus from?

Genoa to Barcelona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Genoa station.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Barcelona train from?

Genoa to Barcelona train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova P.Za Principe station.

Train, bus or fly from Genoa to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Genoa to Barcelona is to train which takes 12h 33m and costs €95 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 13h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €35 - €170 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Genoa to Barcelona bus arrive?

Genoa to Barcelona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Barcelona station.

Where does the Genoa to Barcelona train arrive?

Genoa to Barcelona train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Ventimiglia station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Barcelona is 857 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Genoa to Barcelona.

How do I get a train ticket from Genoa to Barcelona?

Book your Genoa to Barcelona train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Genoa to Barcelona?

Book your Genoa to Barcelona bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Barcelona?

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Genoa to Barcelona - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Genoa to Barcelona by train, plane, train (Trenitalia, TGV, Renfe), bus, car ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MXP - BCN
7h 5m
€40–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Barcelonabus FlixBus 728 / ...
13h 30m
€35–85
Train
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimigliatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Nice Ville to Marseille St Charlestrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Marseille St Charles to Barcelona-Santstrain
12h 33m
€95–137
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Genoa to Port de Barcelonacarferry
20h 45m
€80–85
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BGY - BCN
7h 3m
€55–204
Train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Torino Lingottotrain
2. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane TRN - BCN
7h 9m
€55–225
Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport
1. Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane GOA - BCN
4h 47m
€37–168
Train, train to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimigliatrain
2. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Saint-Laurent-du-Vartrain
3. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane NCE - BCN
8h 5m
€52–129
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Paviatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LIN - BCN
7h 2m
€48–200
Drive 857.2 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Barcelonacar 857.2 km
8h 24m
€132–190

Genoa to Barcelona by train

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12h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 924.1 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Genoa, Italy and Barcelona, Spain?

You can take a train from Genova P.Za Principe to Barcelona-Sants via Ventimiglia, Nice Ville, and Marseille St Charles in around 12h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to Barcelona every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 13h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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