The cheapest and fastest trains from Varenna to Rome
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
5 h 1 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
524 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varenna to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varenna to Rome will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 5 trains that leave Varenna for Rome 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 524 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 1 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 46 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Varenna to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varenna to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £32.
Distance: 524 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price | £55 Average Price |
6h 26m Average total duration 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 22m Average total duration 15h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.6 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Varenna to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Varenna to Rome trains for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 03:10 Varenna | 5h50 | 09:00 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:36 Varenna | 5h03 | 10:39 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:21 Varenna | 9h46 | 19:07 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:17 Varenna | 9h46 | 04:03 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:35 Varenna | 9h17 | 03:52 Rome | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Varenna to Rome
Trains from Varenna to Rome run on average 17 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 524 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 524 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Trenord from Varenna to Rome trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Trenord trains will get you between Varenna and Rome from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Varenna to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varenna to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Varenna and Rome
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, but spaces are limited.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Olivedo
- Albergo Milano
- Hotel du Lac
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities, consisting of two platforms and a main hall for ticketing and waiting.
- Bus: Local bus services connect the station to nearby towns
- Ferry: Ferry services available to other towns on Lake Como
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via Tuscolana.
- Ristorante Tuscolano
- Osteria del Cavaliere
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Roma Tuscolana San Giovanni
- Hotel Re di Roma
- Hotel Tuscolana
- Patriza’s Home
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Metro: Line A
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via di Monte Verde.
- Trattoria Da Enzo al 29
- Osteria der Belli
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel San Francesco
- Hotel Ripa Roma
- Hotel Santa Maria
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and local trains
- Tram: Line 8
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, but specific details are not provided.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Sotel Nomentana Roma
- Idea Hotel
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms for regional and suburban train services.
- Bus: Line 88
- Train: Regional trains
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Il Mulino ai Quattro Venti
- Osteria Palmira
- Near the station entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Gianicolo
- Villa Zaccardi
- Hotel Monteverde & Austria
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: FR3 line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via della Stazione di San Pietro.
- Ristorante La Vittoria
- Osteria dei Pontefici
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Starhotels Michelangelo Rome
- Hotel San Pietro
- Hotel Paolo II
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to various regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
- Metro: Closest station is Ottaviano on Line A
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Street parking is available around the station.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Peperoncino Dispettoso
- Osteria dell'Angelo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Mikasa Balduina Roma
- Roma Suite Balduina
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: FL3 line
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, accessible 24/7.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Casaletto
- Trattoria Da Cesare
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- LH Hotel Excel Roma Montemario
- Hotel Sisto V
- Courtyard by Marriott Rome Central Park
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: FL3 line
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