There are 5 ways to get from Monte Carlo to Genoa by train, bus or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 3h 4m
Cheapest option
Bus • 5h 30m
3 alternative options
Train via Genova Brignole • 3h 54m
Line 80 bus, bus • 4h 26m
Drive • 1h 55m
Monte Carlo to Genoa by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Monte Carlo to Genoa is to bus which costs €12 - €15 and takes 5h 30m.
The fastest way to get from Monte Carlo to Genoa is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs €35 - €55.
No, there is no direct bus from Monte Carlo to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Spelugues Fairmont and arriving at Genoa via Nice Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
No, there is no direct train from Monte Carlo to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Monaco Monte Carlo and arriving at Genova P.Za Principe via Ventimiglia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
The distance between Monte Carlo and Genoa is 160 km. The road distance is 180.1 km.
The best way to get from Monte Carlo to Genoa without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €13 - €27.
It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Monte Carlo to Genoa, including transfers.
Monte Carlo to Genoa bus services, operated by Zou! Lignes Express Régionales, depart from Spelugues Fairmont station.
Monte Carlo to Genoa train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.
The best way to get from Monte Carlo to Genoa is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs €13 - €27. Alternatively, you can line 80 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 26m.
- Distance: 160.1 km
- Duration: 3h 4m
What companies run services between Monte Carlo, Monaco and Genoa, Italy?
Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Ventimiglia to Genova P.Za Principe every 4 hours. Tickets cost €10 - €14 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Trenitalia also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Monte Carlo to Genoa via Aéroport Terminal 1 and Nice Airport in around 4h 26m.
Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Ventimiglia to Genova P.Za Principe
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €14
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €10 - €14
Train from Ventimiglia to Genova Brignole
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 22m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €10 - €15
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/
- 2nd Class
- €10 - €15
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Ventimiglia to Genova P.Za Principe
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 27m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €11 - €20
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €18 - €20
Train from Ventimiglia to Genova Brignole
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 28m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €11 - €20
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €18 - €20
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +33 4 13943050
- Website
- zou.maregionsud.fr
Bus from Spelugues Fairmont to Aéroport Terminal 1
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/
- Book at
- https://zou.maregionsud.fr/en/online-services/
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Nice Airport to Genoa
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €17 - €25
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 0966 57552
- info@lirosilinee.com
- Website
- lirosilinee.com
Bus from Menton to Genova Piazza della Vittoria
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 50m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €10 - €12
- Schedules at
- lirosilinee.com
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Monte Carlo to Genoa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Genoa station.
Monte Carlo to Genoa train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Genova P.Za Principe station.
Yes, the driving distance between Monte Carlo to Genoa is 180 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Monte Carlo to Genoa.
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