Route guide

Nuremberg → Genoa

584 km · Germany to Italy · Fastest: 3h by flight · Cheapest: €24+ by bus

How to travel from Nuremberg to Genoa

There are 4 ways to travel between Nuremberg and Genoa — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€50–145

Duration: 4h 52m

via Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~8.0 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€24–61

Duration: 8h 21m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~16 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€58–190

Duration: 3h 17m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, ITA Airways

~91 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€70–128

Duration: 6h 29m

~99 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Nuremberg and Genoa highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 584 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Germany into Italy. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Nuremberg to Genoa — every option in detail

Nuremberg to Genoa by train

Trains link Nuremberg (Germany) and Genoa (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 4h 52m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Deutsche Bahn (ICE), Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €50 to €145. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.

Climate footprint: about 8.0 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 91 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~83 kg on this distance.

Nuremberg to Genoa by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Nuremberg and Genoa with a typical journey of 8h 21m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €24 when booked in advance, rising to €61 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Nuremberg to Genoa by flight

Flights between Nuremberg and Genoa take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 17m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €58–190. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 91 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Nuremberg to Genoa by car

The driving distance from Nuremberg to Genoa is approximately 672 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 6h 29m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €70–128 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Germany–Italy border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 99 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Nuremberg and Genoa is approximately 584 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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