Route guide

Copenhagen → Genoa

1279 km · Denmark to Italy · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €41+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Genoa

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

🚄Train

€92–270

Duration: 10h 40m

via DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo

~18 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€41–110

Duration: 18h 16m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~36 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€86–274

Duration: 4h 12m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways

~200 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€154–281

Duration: 14h 13m

~217 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1279 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
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 Denmark 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.

Copenhagen to Genoa — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Genoa by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Genoa (Italy) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 40m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, Trenitalia (Frecciarossa), Italo.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €92 to €270. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 18 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 200 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~182 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Genoa by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Genoa with a typical journey of 18h 16m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €41 when booked in advance, rising to €110 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.

Copenhagen to Genoa by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Genoa take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 12m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, ITA Airways.

Typical fare range is €86–274. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 200 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Genoa by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Genoa is approximately 1471 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 13m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €154–281 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–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 217 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Genoa is approximately 1279 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.

↔ Reverse: Genoa to Copenhagen All routes from Copenhagen All routes to Genoa