The average train between Genoa and Cherbourg-Octeville takes 15h 9m and the fastest train takes 12h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa to Cherbourg-Octeville. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Genoa and Cherbourg-Octeville. The earliest departure is at 5:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Cherbourg-Octeville at 6:09 PM. All services require a transfer at Torino Lingotto and take an average of 15h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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20h 51m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Genoa to Cherbourg-Octeville? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Cherbourg-Octeville. However, there are services departing from Genoa station and arriving at Cherbourg-Octeville station via Torino Lingotto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 9m.
Genoa to Cherbourg-Octeville train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Genova Brignole station.
Genoa to Cherbourg-Octeville train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Cherbourg station.
Book your Genoa to Cherbourg-Octeville train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia and 3 other operators.
The distance between Genoa and Cherbourg-Octeville is 988.3 km. The road distance is 1,253 km.
You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Cherbourg via Torino Lingotto, Torino Porta Susa, Paris Gare De Lyon, Gare de Lyon, Saint-Lazare, and Paris St Lazare in around 12h 48m.