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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Istria is to bus which costs €40 - €90 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Istria is to drive which takes 6h 30m and costs €100 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Istria?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Istria. However, there are services departing from Genoa Piazza Acquaverde and arriving at Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor via Venice Mestre Central Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Istria?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Istria. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Pula via Venezia Mestre, Trieste Airport, Villa Opicina and Divaca. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 13m.

How far is it from Genoa to Istria?

The distance between Genoa and Istria is 549 km. The road distance is 652.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Istria without a car is to train and line 2 ferry and car ferry which takes 9h 36m and costs €140 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 9h 36m to get from Genoa to Istria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Istria bus from?

Genoa to Istria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Genoa Piazza Acquaverde station.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Istria train from?

Genoa to Istria train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Genova Brignole station.

Train or bus from Genoa to Istria?

The best way to get from Genoa to Istria is to bus via Venice which takes 12h 45m and costs €55 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €150 and takes 13h 13m.

Where does the Genoa to Istria bus arrive?

Genoa to Istria bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) station.

Where does the Genoa to Istria train arrive?

Genoa to Istria train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia Mestre station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Istria?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Istria is 652 km. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Genoa to Istria.

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

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Where can I stay near Istria?

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Genoa to Istria - 7 ways to travel via train, line 2 ferry, car ferry, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Genoa to Istria by train, ferry, car ferry, bus, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, or shuttle

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

Train, line 2 ferry, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Venezia S. Luciatrain Fr
2. Take the ferry from Ferrovia "A" to Tronchetto "A"ferry 2 / ...
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Venice to Port of Pulacarferry
9h 36m
€147–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvorbus 419 / ...
13h 45m
€40–90
Bus via Venice
1. Take the bus from Genoa Piazza Acquaverde to Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO)bus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Venice Mestre Central Train Station to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvorbus Fils
12h 45m
€57–79
Train
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Airporttrain Re
3. Take the train from Divaca to Pulatrain
13h 13m
€68–149
Drive 652.2 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Pulacar 652.2 km
6h 30m
€101–145
Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS)plane GOA - TRS
2. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Airport to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorshuttle
7h 5m
€82–322
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly, shuttle
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Paviatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS)plane LIN - TRS
3. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Airport to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorshuttle
6h 34m
€124–414

Genoa to Istria by train, ferry, and car ferry

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9h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 549.3 km
Duration: 9h 36m

What companies run services between Genoa, Italy and Istria, Croatia?

You can take a bus from Genoa Piazza Acquaverde to Pula , Autobusni Kolodvor via Venice Mestre Central Train Station in around 12h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genova Brignole to Pula via Venezia Mestre, Trieste Airport, Villa Opicina, and Divaca in around 13h 13m.

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