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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 13 m
Trains on 18 Sept
64
Distance
61 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Fast trains
To travel from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna you need to make at least one change.
S9 TRENORD 30484 · Regionale TRENORD 2844+
Regionale TRENORD 38220:562h28Malpensa Airport T123:24Varenna-esino£161One-way2 changes- S9 TRENORD 30484 · Regionale TRENORD 2844+Regionale TRENORD 38220:502h34Malpensa Airport T223:24Varenna-esino£161One-way2 changes
- S9 TRENORD 30480 · Regionale TRENORD 2842+Regionale TRENORD 37819:502h34Malpensa Airport T222:24Varenna-esino£161One-way2 changes
- S9 TRENORD 30474 · Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 37218:562h28Malpensa Airport T121:24Varenna-esino£161One-way2 changes
- S9 TRENORD 30474 · Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 37218:502h34Malpensa Airport T221:24Varenna-esino£161One-way2 changes
- Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 8037419:112h13Malpensa Airport T121:24Varenna-esino£201One-way1 change
- Regionale TRENORD 2816+Regionale TRENORD 803187:112h13Malpensa Airport T19:24Varenna-esino£201One-way1 change
- Regionale TRENORD 2842+Regionale TRENORD 8037820:112h13Malpensa Airport T122:24Varenna-esino£201One-way1 change
- Regionale TRENORD 2844+Regionale TRENORD 8038221:112h13Malpensa Airport T123:24Varenna-esino£201One-way1 change
- Regionale TRENORD 2830+Regionale TRENORD 8035014:112h13Malpensa Airport T116:24Varenna-esino£201One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train for Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 61 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is a train with an average price of £16.
The fastest way to travel from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is by train with an average journey time of 2h 5m.
Yes, you can take a train between Milan Malpensa Airport and Varenna.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £3. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9 TRENORD 30426 · Regionale TRENORD 2818+Regionale TRENORD 324 | 7:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 10:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30426 · Regionale TRENORD 2818+Regionale TRENORD 324 | 7:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 10:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2818+Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 10:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2818+Regionale TRENORD 80324 | 8:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 10:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30430 · Regionale TRENORD 2820+Regionale TRENORD 328 | 8:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 11:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30430 · Regionale TRENORD 2820+Regionale TRENORD 328 | 8:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 11:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2820+Regionale TRENORD 80330 | 9:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 11:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2820+Regionale TRENORD 80330 | 9:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 11:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30434 · Regionale TRENORD 2822+Regionale TRENORD 332 | 9:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 12:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30434 · Regionale TRENORD 2822+Regionale TRENORD 332 | 9:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 12:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2822+Regionale TRENORD 80334 | 10:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 12:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2822+Regionale TRENORD 80334 | 10:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 12:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30438 · Regionale TRENORD 2824+Regionale TRENORD 336 | 10:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 13:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30438 · Regionale TRENORD 2824+Regionale TRENORD 336 | 10:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 13:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2824+Regionale TRENORD 80338 | 11:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 13:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2824+Regionale TRENORD 80338 | 11:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 13:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30442 · Regionale TRENORD 2826+Regionale TRENORD 340 | 11:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 14:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30442 · Regionale TRENORD 2826+Regionale TRENORD 340 | 11:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 14:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2826+Regionale TRENORD 80342 | 12:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 14:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2826+Regionale TRENORD 80342 | 12:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 14:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30446 · Regionale TRENORD 2828+Regionale TRENORD 344 | 12:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 15:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30446 · Regionale TRENORD 2828+Regionale TRENORD 344 | 12:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 15:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2828+Regionale TRENORD 80346 | 13:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 15:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2828+Regionale TRENORD 80346 | 13:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 15:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30450 · Regionale TRENORD 2830+Regionale TRENORD 348 | 13:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 16:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30450 · Regionale TRENORD 2830+Regionale TRENORD 348 | 13:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 16:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2830+Regionale TRENORD 80350 | 14:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 16:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2830+Regionale TRENORD 80350 | 14:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 16:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30454 · Regionale TRENORD 2832+Regionale TRENORD 352 | 14:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 17:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30454 · Regionale TRENORD 2832+Regionale TRENORD 352 | 14:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 17:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2832+Regionale TRENORD 80354 | 15:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 17:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2832+Regionale TRENORD 80354 | 15:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 17:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30458 · Regionale TRENORD 2834+Regionale TRENORD 356 | 15:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 18:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30458 · Regionale TRENORD 2834+Regionale TRENORD 356 | 15:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 18:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2834+Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 16:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 18:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2834+Regionale TRENORD 80358 | 16:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 18:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30462 · Regionale TRENORD 2836+Regionale TRENORD 360 | 16:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 19:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30462 · Regionale TRENORD 2836+Regionale TRENORD 360 | 16:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 19:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2836+Regionale TRENORD 80362 | 17:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 19:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2836+Regionale TRENORD 80362 | 17:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 19:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30468 · Regionale TRENORD 2838+Regionale TRENORD 366 | 17:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 20:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30468 · Regionale TRENORD 2838+Regionale TRENORD 366 | 17:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 20:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2838+Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 18:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 20:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2838+Regionale TRENORD 80368 | 18:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 20:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30474 · Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 372 | 18:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 21:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30474 · Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 372 | 18:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 21:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 80374 | 19:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 21:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2840+Regionale TRENORD 80374 | 19:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 21:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30480 · Regionale TRENORD 2842+Regionale TRENORD 378 | 19:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 22:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30480 · Regionale TRENORD 2842+Regionale TRENORD 378 | 19:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 22:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2842+Regionale TRENORD 80378 | 20:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 22:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2842+Regionale TRENORD 80378 | 20:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 22:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30484 · Regionale TRENORD 2844+Regionale TRENORD 382 | 20:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 23:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30484 · Regionale TRENORD 2844+Regionale TRENORD 382 | 20:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 23:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2844+Regionale TRENORD 80382 | 21:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 23:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2844+Regionale TRENORD 80382 | 21:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 23:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
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| S9 TRENORD 30412 · Regionale TRENORD 2814+Regionale TRENORD 312 | 5:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 8:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30412 · Regionale TRENORD 2814+Regionale TRENORD 312 | 5:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 8:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2814+Regionale TRENORD 80314 | 6:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 8:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2814+Regionale TRENORD 80314 | 6:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 8:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| S9 TRENORD 30418 · Regionale TRENORD 2816+Regionale TRENORD 316 | 6:50 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h34 | 9:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| S9 TRENORD 30418 · Regionale TRENORD 2816+Regionale TRENORD 316 | 6:56 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h28 | 9:24 Varenna-esino | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2816+Regionale TRENORD 80318 | 7:04 Malpensa Airport T2 | 2h20 | 9:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2816+Regionale TRENORD 80318 | 7:11 Malpensa Airport T1 | 2h13 | 9:24 Varenna-esino | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna
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Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna run on average 50 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 10:56, the last at 15:56. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 2h 28m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 50 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 10:56 |
Last train 15:56 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Regionale, Malpensa Express, Trenord from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna trainsRegionale, Malpensa Express, Trenord trains will get you between Milan Malpensa Airport and Varenna from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regionale
About
Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and power sockets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Regionale Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£15
Luggage included
Free hand luggage allowance included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Bar service available on some trains with snacks and beverages
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most services
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle
Quiet zone
Malpensa Express
About
The Malpensa Express is a train company based in Italy. It offers a range of services to passengers travelling between Milan and Malpensa Airport. The trains run every 30 minutes from 6am to 11pm, with the journey taking around 40 minutes. There are two types of train available: the Malpensa Express and the Malpensa Shuttle. The Express is a high-speed train with comfortable seating and air-conditioning, while the Shuttle is a slower, more economical option. Both trains offer onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station, with a range of ticket types available including single, return and group tickets. The most popular routes for the Malpensa Express are Milan to Malpensa Airport and vice versa.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Malpensa Express Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Malpensa Express Price
£15
Malpensa Express frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible before departure with fee
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket
Trenord
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenord Duration
2h 12m
Cheapest Trenord Price
£10
Trenord frequency
16 a day
Complete guide to Varenna
Things to do in Varenna
Discover the best of Varenna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Varenna trip today.
- Recommended
Villa Cipressi
Elegant villa museum with period interiors and botanical gardens, popular for refined architecture and broad lake views.
- Recommended
Museo del Castello di Vezio
Castle site with display spaces and historic remains, combining medieval architecture with cultural exhibits and panoramic terraces.
- Must visit
Passeggiata degli Innamorati
Lakeside promenade on a suspended walkway, famous for close water views and one of Varenna’s most photographed strolls.
- Must visit
Giardini di Villa Monastero
Green lakefront garden at Villa Monastero with exotic plants, statues and superb views along a long waterside path.
- Recommended
Giardini di Villa Cipressi
Terraced botanical gardens around a historic villa, admired for elegant planting, steps and excellent lake panoramas.
- Vegetarian
Pizzoccheri
Buckwheat pasta ribbons from nearby Valtellina, traditionally dressed with potatoes, cabbage, butter and Casera cheese. A hallmark mountain dish of the Lake Como area.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Polenta uncia
Polenta enriched with local cheese and butter until soft and creamy. A classic Lombard comfort dish served across the lake and mountain villages.
- Gluten-free
Bresaola della Valtellina
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.
Il Cavatappi
Romantic lakeside restaurant focusing on seafood, risotto and polished Italian cooking, popular for sunset meals by the water.
Ristorante La Contrada
Elegant dining room with lake views, serving refined Italian dishes, seafood and regional specialities in a polished hotel setting.
Ristorante La Vista
Traditional lakefront restaurant known for Lake Como fish, pasta and a relaxed terrace setting in the heart of Varenna.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Lake Como. Hotels and lakefront dining are pricier than inland towns, but ferries and simple meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a simple meal or takeaway.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Trenord
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €7.40
- Day pass
- €15.50
To the city centre
Varenna-Esino -> Piazza San Giorgio, Varenna
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buy rail tickets in the official Trenord app before boarding; the operator publishes Varenna-Esino fares there and on its website.
- Lake Como ferry operator Navigazione Laghi applies a €1.00 surcharge for tickets bought or validated on board, so buy before boarding when possible.
FAQs: Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Malpensa Airport 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna covers a distance of 61 km and takes approximately 2h 28m. Trains run 50 per day.
The train distance from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is 61 km.
The first train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna leaves at 10:56.
The last train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna departs at 15:56.
Trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna run approximately 50 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna.
To travel from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna.
The cheapest way to get from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is by train, costing approximately £15.
Booking trains from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Italian countryside, including glimpses of Lake Como and the surrounding mountains as you approach Varenna.
A day trip from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 28m. The distance is 61 km, with a frequency of 45 trains per day.
In Varenna, you can explore the charming streets filled with local shops and cafes, and take a boat tour on Lake Como for breathtaking views. Visit the Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences for insights into local wildlife or enjoy wine tasting at a nearby vineyard. Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes in a cooking class. Discover Villa Monastero with its botanical gardens and museum, or Castello di Vezio for stunning views and falconry displays. The Church of San Giorgio offers a serene atmosphere with notable frescoes. Enjoy the milky-white waters of Fiumelatte and take a leisurely walk along the scenic Passeggiata degli Innamorati.
Two to three days in Varenna are ideal to explore its charming streets, visit Villa Monastero and Villa Cipressi, and enjoy the scenic views of Lake Como.
Yes, you can take the train from Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan Malpensa Airport and Varenna
Most Milan Malpensa Airport to Varenna trains use the Milano Centrale to Varenna-esino station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Malpensa Airport and Varenna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Milan
Arrival train stations in Varenna
Varenna-esinoPiazza Martiri della Libertà, 23828 Perledo LC, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Varenna-esino from Varenna city centre
BusLocal bus services connect the station to nearby towns
FerryFerry services available to other towns on Lake Como
Varenna-esino train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Varenna-esino.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varenna-esino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varenna-esino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Varenna-esino: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varenna-esino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Olivedo, Albergo Milano, Hotel du Lac.
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