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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps is to train and bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 29 and takes 7h 38m.

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 14m and costs SFr 50 - 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 Assago-Milanofiori M2, Milano - Famagosta, Osogna, Toboga and Airolo, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Airolo via Milano Centrale and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Genoa and Swiss Alps is 318 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 6h 46m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m 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.

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

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

Train or bus from Genoa to Swiss Alps?

The best way to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps is to train which takes 6h 46m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 180 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Genoa to Swiss Alps bus arrive?

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

Where does the Genoa to Swiss Alps train arrive?

Genoa to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale 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 14m to drive from Genoa to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 497+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Genoa to Swiss Alps 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 Bellinzonatrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bellinzona to Airolotrain
6h 46m
CHF 36–131
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Como S.Giovannitrain
2. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Biascatrain S10
3. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
7h 38m
CHF 21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Milanbus 500
2. Take the bus from Milano - Famagosta to Bellinzonabus
3. Take the bus from Osogna, Toboga to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
7h 15m
CHF 128–171
Drive 309.2 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Swiss Alpscar 309.2 km
3h 14m
CHF 51–74

Genoa to Swiss Alps by train and bus

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Distance: 317.5 km
Duration: 6h 46m

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 Milano Centrale, Bellinzona, Airolo, and Airolo, Stazione in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Gotthard Passhöhe via Assago-Milanofiori M2, Milan - Famagosta, Milano - Famagosta, Bellinzona, Osogna, Toboga, and Airolo, Stazione in around 7h 15m.

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