In common with many of the rail routes between Italian cities, when taking the train from Turin/Torino to Genoa/Genova, there is a choice between
(1) travelling by the express trains, which if booked ahead, are a little more expensive than taking the Regionale trains.
(2) travelling by those slower Regionale trains, which tend to be cheaper; with more substantial savings to be made if you book last minute at the station.
All of the trains take the same route, departing from Torino Porta Nuova station, as there isn't a high speed line between Turin and Genoa.
The trains on this route don't call at Torino Porta Susa station.
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
2hrs (approx)
Daily
15 x trains per day
(trains are typically hourly, but there are usually no departures scheduled between 09:00 and 10:00 and between 16:00 and 17:00).
Trenitlalia is the national rail operator in Italy and in addition to its cheaper types of ticket; it also typically offers other discounts available to non-Italians, which include:
Italiarail lives up to its name by selling tickets for rail journeys within Italy and the core feature of its service is that it is primarily designed to be used by international visitors to Italy.
So the English translations of place names are used when looking up journeys and the terms and conditions for using each type of ticket are clearly explained.
It also clearly points out the additional costs of upgrading to other classes and types of tickets while spelling out the additional benefits of doing so.
Though Italiarail will charge a booking fee, typically of around €3.
The Early Bird service
Italiarail has launched an 'early bird' pre-booking service for journeys by Frecce trains.
Tickets can be booked up to a year ahead of travel at a flat-rate price per route, before the tickets have been released for sale by Trenitalia.
If when they are placed on sale, the price is cheaper than what you have already paid to Italiarail, it will automatically refund the price difference.
Conversely, if the price is more expensive, you won't be charged the price difference.
You can also have the peace of mind of securing your seat(s) on the Frecce train(s) when you are first planning a trip.
If before the tickets are placed on sale, you decide to change your plans, you can request a refund; but once the tickets are released for sale, you will then be bound by the terms and conditions of the ticket(s) you have booked.
Final destination: Genova Brignole
In Genova/Genoa these train call first at Genova Piazza Principe station and then call at Genova Brignole station.
So work out which of these two stations will suit you best before booking your journey.
If you will be heading to the city centre, the quickest option will be to leave the train when it arrives at Piazza Principe station and connect there for the Genova metro - taking it to De Ferrari station.
These Regionale trains are 2nd class only and seat reservations are not available.
Book early and save: No (not on these trains)
Tickets will cost the same price if booked last minute at the station.
1hr 46 min - 1hr 58min*
Daily
4 x trains per day
Trenitlalia is the national rail operator in Italy and in addition to its cheaper types of ticket; it also typically offers other discounts available to non-Italians, which include:
Italiarail lives up to its name by selling tickets for rail journeys within Italy and the core feature of its service is that it is primarily designed to be used by international visitors to Italy.
So the English translations of place names are used when looking up journeys and the terms and conditions for using each type of ticket are clearly explained.
It also clearly points out the additional costs of upgrading to other classes and types of tickets while spelling out the additional benefits of doing so.
Though Italiarail will charge a booking fee, typically of around €3.
The Early Bird service
Italiarail has launched an 'early bird' pre-booking service for journeys by Frecce trains.
Tickets can be booked up to a year ahead of travel at a flat-rate price per route, before the tickets have been released for sale by Trenitalia.
If when they are placed on sale, the price is cheaper than what you have already paid to Italiarail, it will automatically refund the price difference.
Conversely, if the price is more expensive, you won't be charged the price difference.
You can also have the peace of mind of securing your seat(s) on the Frecce train(s) when you are first planning a trip.
If before the tickets are placed on sale, you decide to change your plans, you can request a refund; but once the tickets are released for sale, you will then be bound by the terms and conditions of the ticket(s) you have booked.
Final Destination: Salerno or Genova Brignole
The second and third departures of the day call first at Genova Piazza Principe station and then call at Genova Brignole station.
So work out which of these two stations will suit you best before booking your journey.
If you will be heading to the city centre, the quickest option will be to leave the train when it arrives at Piazza Principe station and connect there for the Genova metro - taking it to De Ferrari station.
Book early and save: Yes
Online bookings open: 4 months ahead of the travel date
When you look up this journey, you will also see the other options which involve taking the Frecciabianca train or the Regionale trains from Torino to Genova.
Though if you can book ahead online, when the 'Super Economy' tickets will still be available, these InterCity trains are the cheapest option on this route.
1hr 34 min
Daily
1 x train per day
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Trenitlalia is the national rail operator in Italy and in addition to its cheaper types of ticket; it also typically offers other discounts available to non-Italians, which include:
Italiarail lives up to its name by selling tickets for rail journeys within Italy and the core feature of its service is that it is primarily designed to be used by international visitors to Italy.
So the English translations of place names are used when looking up journeys and the terms and conditions for using each type of ticket are clearly explained.
It also clearly points out the additional costs of upgrading to other classes and types of tickets while spelling out the additional benefits of doing so.
Though Italiarail will charge a booking fee, typically of around €3.
The Early Bird service
Italiarail has launched an 'early bird' pre-booking service for journeys by Frecce trains.
Tickets can be booked up to a year ahead of travel at a flat-rate price per route, before the tickets have been released for sale by Trenitalia.
If when they are placed on sale, the price is cheaper than what you have already paid to Italiarail, it will automatically refund the price difference.
Conversely, if the price is more expensive, you won't be charged the price difference.
You can also have the peace of mind of securing your seat(s) on the Frecce train(s) when you are first planning a trip.
If before the tickets are placed on sale, you decide to change your plans, you can request a refund; but once the tickets are released for sale, you will then be bound by the terms and conditions of the ticket(s) you have booked.
Final Destinaton: Roma Termini
This Frecciabianca train usually departs daily at 15:20.
In Genova/Genoa this train calls first at Genova Piazza Principe station and then calls at Genova Brignole station.
If you will be heading to the city centre, the quickest option will be to leave the train when it arrives at Piazza Principe station and connect there for the Genova metro - taking it to De Ferrari station.
The tilting types of Frecciabianca trains are used on this route.
Book early and save: Yes
Online bookings open: 4 months ahead of the travel date
This daily Frecciabianca train usually departs from Torino Porta Nuova at 15:20, so if you want to travel by it, target that departure time when looking up this journey.
Rail pass users should avoid taking this Frecciabianca train on this route.
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