- Must visit
Villa Monastero
Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, lakefront gardens and exhibitions that reveal centuries of life on Lake Como.
Cheapest price on 21 Oct
£3
Average ticket price on 21 Oct
£3
Fastest journey on 21 Oct
22 m
Average journey duration on 21 Oct
22 m
Trains on 21 Oct
1
Distance
11 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mandello del Lario to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mandello del Lario to Varenna will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £3.
On Wed 21 Oct, we found 1 trains from Mandello del Lario to Varenna, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 11 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Trains from Mandello del Lario to Varenna run on average 24 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 11 km distance in 12m.
Distance 11 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 12m |
First train 0:35 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Mandello del Lario to Varenna trains for today, Tuesday 20 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:31 Mandello del Lario | 0h22 | 7:53 Varenna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:31 Mandello del Lario | 0h22 | 8:53 Varenna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:15 Mandello del Lario | 0h26 | 22:41 Varenna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, lakefront gardens and exhibitions that reveal centuries of life on Lake Como.
Elegant villa museum with period interiors and botanical gardens, popular for refined architecture and broad lake views.
Castle site with display spaces and historic remains, combining medieval architecture with cultural exhibits and panoramic terraces.
Lakeside promenade on a suspended walkway, famous for close water views and one of Varenna’s most photographed strolls.
Green lakefront garden at Villa Monastero with exotic plants, statues and superb views along a long waterside path.
Terraced botanical gardens around a historic villa, admired for elegant planting, steps and excellent lake panoramas.
Buckwheat pasta ribbons from nearby Valtellina, traditionally dressed with potatoes, cabbage, butter and Casera cheese. A hallmark mountain dish of the Lake Como area.
Polenta enriched with local cheese and butter until soft and creamy. A classic Lombard comfort dish served across the lake and mountain villages.
Air-dried beef from Valtellina, sliced thin and usually served with olive oil, lemon and rocket. It is a prized Alpine speciality popular around Lake Como.
Romantic lakeside restaurant focusing on seafood, risotto and polished Italian cooking, popular for sunset meals by the water.
Elegant dining room with lake views, serving refined Italian dishes, seafood and regional specialities in a polished hotel setting.
Traditional lakefront restaurant known for Lake Como fish, pasta and a relaxed terrace setting in the heart of Varenna.
Moderate for Lake Como. Hotels and lakefront dining are pricier than inland towns, but ferries and simple meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or rounded in. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafés: small change. Taxis: round up the fare.
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Varenna-Esino -> Piazza San Giorgio, Varenna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mandello del Lario to Varenna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Varenna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Mandello del Lario to Varenna trains use the Mandello Del Lario to Varenna-esino station pair. Use this guide to compare Mandello del Lario and Varenna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mandello Del Lario has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ristorante Mamma Ciccia
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Mandello Del Lario. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Mandello Del Lario: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mandello Del Lario: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mandello Del Lario: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Villa Lario Resort, Agriturismo La Selvaggia, Hotel Grigna.
Olcio is 2 km from Mandello del Lario city centre. Public transport options include:
Olcio has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Olcio.
Available at Olcio: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Olcio.
Varenna-esino has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Varenna-esino.
Ticket office support is available at Varenna-esino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Varenna-esino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Varenna-esino: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varenna-esino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Olivedo, Albergo Milano, Hotel du Lac.
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