What is the cheapest way to get from Genoa to French Riviera?

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to French Riviera is to bus and train which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Genoa to French Riviera?

The fastest way to get from Genoa to French Riviera is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and French Riviera?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to French Riviera. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Les Heures Claires via Aéroport TERM2 and Gare Routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and French Riviera?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to French Riviera. However, there are services departing from Genova P.Za Principe and arriving at Saint-Raphaël Valescure via Ventimiglia and Nice-Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Genoa to French Riviera?

The distance between Genoa and French Riviera is 260 km. The road distance is 277.7 km.

How do I travel from Genoa to French Riviera without a car?

The best way to get from Genoa to French Riviera without a car is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €35 - €95.

How long does it take to get from Genoa to French Riviera?

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Genoa to French Riviera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to French Riviera bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Genoa to French Riviera train from?

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

Train or bus from Genoa to French Riviera?

The best way to get from Genoa to French Riviera is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €60 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Genoa to French Riviera bus arrive?

Genoa to French Riviera bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Nice Airport station.

Where does the Genoa to French Riviera train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Genoa to French Riviera?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to French Riviera is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Genoa to French Riviera.

Where can I stay near French Riviera?

There are 7634+ hotels available in French Riviera.

Genoa to French Riviera - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Genoa to French Riviera by train (Trenitalia, TGV), bus, car, train, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Ventimigliatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Nice-Ville to Saint-Raphaël Valescuretrain C13
6h 8m
€38–91
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop to Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1bus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Nice Saint-Augustin to Saint-Raphaël Valescuretrain C13
7h 14m
€37–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Nice Airportbus FlixBus N758 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aéroport TERM2 to Gare Routièrebus 90
6h 56m
€45–56
Drive 277.7 km
1. Drive from Genoa to French Rivieracar 277.7 km
3h 7m
€44–63
Train, 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 La Môle – Saint-Tropez Airport (LTT)plane NCE - LTT
5h 46m
€386–833
Train via Nice
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Ventimigliatrain Re
2. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Nice Saint-Augustintrain C3
3. Take the train from Nice Saint-Augustin to Saint-Raphaël Valescuretrain C13
6h 34m
€44–88

Genoa to French Riviera by train and bus

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Distance: 259.9 km
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Genoa, Italy and French Riviera, France?

You can take a train from Genova P.Za Principe to Les Heures Claires via Ventimiglia, Nice-Ville, Saint-Raphaël Valescure, and Gare Routière in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Les Heures Claires via Nice Airport, Aéroport Terminal 1, Aéroport Terminal 2, Aéroport TERM2, and Gare Routière in around 6h 56m.

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