1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Novate Mezzola to Chiavenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £2 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £2, while a train costs an average of £2.
Distance: 12 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£2 Average Price | £2 Average Price Cheapest | £2 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Novate Mezzola to Chiavenna:
A coach is £0.01 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Novate Mezzola to Chiavenna costing on average £2.
Other travel options to Chiavenna take longer:
Coach takes on average 24m.
Tickets start at around £2 compared to roughly £2 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.19. The journey takes 17m versus 16m 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.
Direct services run with Trenord.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from Novate Mezzola to Chiavenna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:14, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 12 km distance in 17m.
Distance 12 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 6:14 |
Last train 20:35 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Chiavenna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chiavenna trip today.
Museum inside Palazzo Vertemate Franchi with period interiors, artworks and household objects. It is one of the area’s most rewarding cultural visits.
Treasury museum of San Lorenzo displaying liturgical objects and sacred art. A compact visit that adds depth to the church complex.
Local archaeology museum presenting finds from Chiavenna and the valley. Useful for visitors interested in the town’s earliest history.
Pedestrian street lined with shops, stone façades and arcades. It captures the everyday character of Chiavenna’s historic centre.
Natural park with giant glacial potholes, paths and viewpoints above town. It combines geology, greenery and traces of the old castle.
The old town’s main square, framed by historic buildings and arcades. A natural base for strolling, people-watching and nearby sights.
Buckwheat pasta ribbons with potatoes, cabbage, butter and local Casera cheese. A mountain staple of nearby Valchiavenna and Valtellina.
Thin buckwheat crêpes filled with cheese, often with greens, then baked with butter. A beloved Alpine dish eaten across the valley.
Crisp fried buckwheat cheese fritters with a molten centre, usually served on chicory. A signature Valtellina snack popular in Chiavenna.
Traditional crotto outside the centre, appreciated for hearty grilled specialities and local produce in a characterful grotto environment.
Historic crotto known for grilled meats, local cheeses and traditional Valchiavenna dishes in a rustic stone setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving regional mountain cuisine, salumi and pasta in a warm, classic Chiavenna atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy: lodging and dining are a little cheaper than Lake Como, while cafés and local transport stay fairly reasonable for visitors.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés, leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares slightly.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Novate Mezzola to Chiavenna 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 Chiavenna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Novate Mezzola to Chiavenna trains use the Novate-Mezzola to Chiavenna station pair. Use this guide to compare Novate Mezzola and Chiavenna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Novate-Mezzola has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Novate-Mezzola.
ATMs are available at Novate-Mezzola.
Accessibility facilities are available at Novate-Mezzola.
Chiavenna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Crotto Ombra, Osteria Al Castagneto
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Chiavenna. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Chiavenna.
Available at Chiavenna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chiavenna: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiavenna.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Lorenzo, B&B La Sciora Oliva, Hotel Aurora.
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