Driving from Rome to Genoa
Genoa lies 402 km (250 mi) north-west of Rome, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 6 h 8 min without stops, over roughly 491 km (305 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Rome | Genoa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 2.3 million | 580,097 |
| Elevation | 52 m (171 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
Where to book car hire from Rome to Genoa
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Staying in Genoa
Our booking partner lists 390 places to stay in Genoa. Of the 27 with a star rating, the largest group is 1-star (10). Across 10 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.6 out of 10. Guests have left 1,405 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Genoa from Rome?
402 km (250 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rome; by road roughly 491 km (305 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rome to Genoa by car?
About 6 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rome and Genoa?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where can I stay in Genoa?
Our booking partner lists 390 places to stay in Genoa, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.