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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Genoa is to train via Como which costs €15 - €21 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Genoa is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Genoa?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Genova Brignole via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Locarno to Genoa?

The distance between Locarno and Genoa is 257 km. The road distance is 245.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Genoa without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs €19 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Locarno to Genoa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Genoa train from?

Locarno to Genoa train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Genoa?

The best way to get from Locarno to Genoa is to bus which takes 5h and costs €19 - €65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €180 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Locarno to Genoa train arrive?

Locarno to Genoa train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Genoa?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Genoa is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Locarno to Genoa.

Where can I stay near Genoa?

There are 4031+ hotels available in Genoa.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h
€20–64
Train via Como
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Como Camerlatatrain Re 80
2. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Genova Brignoletrain Re 13
6h 2m
€16–21
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova Brignoletrain Ic
5h 43m
€60–173
Drive 245.8 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Genoacar 245.8 km
2h 49m
€44–63

Locarno to Genoa by train and bus

14Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Genoa.

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Distance: 257.1 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Genoa, Italy?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lugano to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost €13–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Genova Brignole via Milano Centrale in around 5h 43m.

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