- Must visit
Villa Monastero
Historic villa museum with furnished rooms, lakefront gardens and exhibitions that reveal centuries of life on Lake Como.
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tirano to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tirano to Varenna will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £7.
Of the 5 trains that leave Tirano for Varenna every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.










The table below shows live departures for Tirano to Varenna trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2819 | 8:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 9:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2821 | 9:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 10:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2823 | 10:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 11:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2825 | 11:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 12:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2827 | 12:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 13:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2829 | 13:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 14:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831 | 14:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 15:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2833 | 15:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 16:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2835 | 16:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 17:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2837 | 17:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 18:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2839 | 18:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 19:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2841 | 19:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 20:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2843 | 20:08 Tirano station | 1h26 | 21:34 Varenna-esino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Tirano to Varenna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 23:19 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 42 days |
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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 Tirano 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 Tirano to Varenna trains use the Tirano to Varenna-esino station pair. Use this guide to compare Tirano and Varenna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tirano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Bernina, Trattoria Valtellinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tirano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tirano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tirano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tirano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tirano: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Corona, Tirano Rooms, Hotel Bernina.
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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