What is the cheapest way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Gotthard Passhöhe via Milan, Castione, Stazione, Biasca, Stazione and Airolo, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

How far is it from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Genoa and Swiss Alps is 352 km. The road distance is 309.2 km.

How do I travel from Genoa to Swiss Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps without a car is to train which takes 8h 9m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 170.

How long does it take to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

It takes approximately 8h 9m to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Swiss Alps bus from?

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

Train or bus from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

The best way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps is to train which takes 8h 9m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Genoa to Swiss Alps bus arrive?

Genoa to Swiss Alps bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Swiss Alps is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Genoa to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 487+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

Genoa to Swiss Alps - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Como Camerlatatrain
2. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Locarnotrain
3. Take the train from Locarno to Airolotrain
8h 9m
CHF 47–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bellinzonabus
3. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
8h 30m
CHF 32–50
Drive 309.2 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Swiss Alpscar 309.2 km
3h 13m
CHF 49–71
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bellinzonatrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bellinzona to Airolotrain
8h 18m
CHF 39–144

Genoa to Swiss Alps by train and bus

2Weekly Services

8h 9mAverage Duration

CHF 47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps.

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Distance: 351.7 km
Duration: 8h 9m

What companies run services between Genoa, Italy and Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Gotthard Passhöhe via Como Camerlata, Locarno, Airolo, and Airolo, Stazione in around 8h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Gotthard Passhöhe via Milan, Bellinzona, Castione, Stazione, Biasca, Stazione, and Airolo, Stazione in around 8h 30m.

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