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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Brissago is to train via Monza which costs SFr 19 - SFr 26 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Brissago is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Brissago?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Brissago. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Brissago, Municipio via Assago-Milanofiori M2, Milano - Famagosta, Bellinzona, Piazza Orico and Locarno, Debarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Brissago?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Brissago. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Genoa to Brissago?

The distance between Genoa and Brissago is 264 km. The road distance is 248.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Brissago without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Genoa to Brissago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Brissago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Genoa to Brissago train from?

Genoa to Brissago train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova Brignole station.

Train or bus from Genoa to Brissago?

The best way to get from Genoa to Brissago is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 100 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Genoa to Brissago bus arrive?

Genoa to Brissago bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Genoa to Brissago train arrive?

Genoa to Brissago train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Brissago?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Brissago is 248 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Genoa to Brissago.

Where can I stay near Brissago?

There are 3349+ hotels available in Brissago.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 16m
CHF 54–153
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Monzatrain Re13
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 35m
CHF 19–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Milanbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano - Famagosta to Bellinzonabus
6h 6m
CHF 67–98
Drive 248.4 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Brissagocar 248.4 km
2h 44m
CHF 42–60

Genoa to Brissago by train and bus

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5h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 263.6 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Brissago, Municipio via Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Stazione in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Brissago, Municipio via Assago-Milanofiori M2, Milan - Famagosta, Milano - Famagosta, Bellinzona, Bellinzona, Piazza Orico, and Locarno, Debarcadero in around 6h 6m.

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