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The cheapest and fastest trains from Varese to Pavia
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 07 Sept
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£8
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
1 h 49 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
1 h 49 m
Trains on 07 Sept
90
Distance
75 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varese to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varese to Pavia will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
To travel from Varese to Pavia you need to make at least 2 changes.
S5 TRENORD 24517 · S13 TRENORD 243175:422h09Varese station7:51Pavia station£81One-way1 change- S5 TRENORD 24577 · S13 TRENORD 2437720:422h09Varese station22:51Pavia station£81One-way1 change
- S5 TRENORD 24529 · S13 TRENORD 243298:422h09Varese station10:51Pavia station£81One-way1 change
- S5 TRENORD 24575 · S13 TRENORD 2437520:122h09Varese station22:21Pavia station£81One-way1 change
- S5 TRENORD 24519 · S13 TRENORD 243196:122h09Varese station8:21Pavia station£81One-way1 change
- Regionale TRENORD 2527 · Regionale TRENORD 2427+
Intercity 64113:361h49Varese station15:25Pavia station£141One-way2 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2523 · Regionale Veloce 2023+
FRECCIABIANCA 861911:361h49Varese station13:25Pavia station£181One-way2 changes - Regionale TRENORD 2535 · Regionale TRENORD 2435+Intercity 68517:361h49Varese station19:25Pavia station£141One-way2 changes
- Regionale TRENORD 2537 · Regionale TRENORD 2437+Intercity 68918:361h49Varese station20:25Pavia station£141One-way2 changes
- Regionale TRENORD 2511 · Regionale TRENORD 2411+Intercity 6335:361h49Varese station7:25Pavia station£141One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Varese to Pavia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varese to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 75 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£8 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Varese to Pavia is a coach with an average price of £8.
This is compared to other travel options from Varese to Pavia:
A coach is £0.29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Varese to Pavia costing on average £8.
The fastest way to travel from Varese to Pavia is by train with an average journey time of 1h 59m.
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 21m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Varese and Pavia including taking a train and coach.
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 £8 compared to roughly £21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 1h 59m versus 1h 13m 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
Varese to Pavia train times
The table below shows live departures for Varese to Pavia trains for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5 TRENORD 24515 · S13 TRENORD 24315 | 5:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 7:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2511 · Regionale TRENORD 2411+Intercity 633 | 5:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 7:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2511 · Regionale Veloce 2011 · Regionale TRENORD 2355 | 5:36 Varese station | 2h23 | 7:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24517 · S13 TRENORD 24317 | 5:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 7:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24517 · Regionale TRENORD 25301 · Regionale TRENORD 10457 | 5:42 Varese station | 2h26 | 8:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 11012 · S13 TRENORD 24317 · Regionale TRENORD 10759 | 5:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 8:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24519 · S13 TRENORD 24319 | 6:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 8:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24519 · Regionale Veloce 2013 · Regionale Veloce 3017 | 6:12 Varese station | 2h47 | 8:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24519 · Regionale TRENORD 2255 · Regionale TRENORD 10457 | 6:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 8:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2016 · S13 TRENORD 32818 · Regionale TRENORD 10761 | 6:39 Varese Casbeno | 2h32 | 9:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24521 · Regionale Veloce 2053 · Regionale TRENORD 10459 | 6:42 Varese station | 2h26 | 9:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24521 · S13 TRENORD 24321 | 6:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 8:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 12018 · S13 TRENORD 32818 · Regionale TRENORD 10761 | 6:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 9:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24523 · Regionale TRENORD 2257 · Regionale TRENORD 10459 | 7:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 9:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24523 · S13 TRENORD 24323 | 7:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 9:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24525 · S13 TRENORD 24325 | 7:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 9:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24527 · S13 TRENORD 24327 | 8:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 10:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24529 · S13 TRENORD 24329 | 8:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 10:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 30 · S13 TRENORD 32828 · Regionale TRENORD 10767 | 9:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 12:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24531 · S13 TRENORD 24331 | 9:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 11:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 10032 · S13 TRENORD 32828 · Regionale TRENORD 10767 | 9:20 Varese Nord | 2h51 | 12:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24533 · S13 TRENORD 24333 | 9:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 11:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 36 · S13 TRENORD 32832 · Regionale TRENORD 10769 | 10:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 13:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24535 · S13 TRENORD 24335 | 10:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 12:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 10036 · S13 TRENORD 32832 · Regionale TRENORD 10769 | 10:20 Varese Nord | 2h51 | 13:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2521 · Regionale TRENORD 2421+Intercity 665 | 10:36 Varese station | 1h58 | 12:34 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24537 · S13 TRENORD 24337 | 10:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 12:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 40 · S13 TRENORD 32836 · Regionale TRENORD 10771 | 11:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 14:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24539 · S13 TRENORD 24339 | 11:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 13:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 10040 · S13 TRENORD 32836 · Regionale TRENORD 10771 | 11:20 Varese Nord | 2h51 | 14:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2523 · Regionale Veloce 2023+FRECCIABIANCA 8619 | 11:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 13:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24541 · S13 TRENORD 24341 | 11:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 13:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 44 · S13 TRENORD 32840 · Regionale TRENORD 10773 | 12:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 15:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24543 · S13 TRENORD 24343 | 12:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 14:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24545 · S13 TRENORD 24345 | 12:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 14:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 11044 · S13 TRENORD 32842 · Regionale TRENORD 10773 | 12:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 15:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24547 · S13 TRENORD 24347 | 13:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 15:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2527 · Regionale TRENORD 2427+Intercity 641 | 13:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 15:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2527 · Regionale Veloce 2027 · Regionale TRENORD 2371 | 13:36 Varese station | 2h23 | 15:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 1048 · S13 TRENORD 32846 · Regionale TRENORD 10775 | 13:41 Varese Casbeno | 2h30 | 16:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24549 · S13 TRENORD 24349 | 13:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 15:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24549 · Regionale TRENORD 25309 · Regionale TRENORD 10473 | 13:42 Varese station | 2h26 | 16:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 1048 · S13 TRENORD 32846 · Regionale TRENORD 10775 | 13:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 16:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 4054 · S13 TRENORD 32848 · Regionale TRENORD 10777 | 14:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 17:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24551 · Regionale TRENORD 2271 · Regionale TRENORD 10473 | 14:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 16:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24551 · S13 TRENORD 24351 | 14:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 16:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2529 · Regionale Veloce 2029 · Regionale Veloce 3033 | 14:36 Varese station | 2h23 | 16:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24553 · S13 TRENORD 24353 | 14:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 16:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 11054 · S13 TRENORD 32850 · Regionale TRENORD 10777 | 14:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 17:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 56 · S13 TRENORD 32852 · Regionale TRENORD 10779 | 15:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 18:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24555 · S13 TRENORD 24355 | 15:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 17:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24555 · Regionale TRENORD 2273 · Regionale TRENORD 10475 | 15:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 17:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2531 · Regionale Veloce 2031 · Regionale Veloce 2375 | 15:36 Varese station | 2h23 | 17:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2531 · Regionale TRENORD 2431+Intercity 675 | 15:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 17:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24557 · S13 TRENORD 24357 | 15:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 17:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 12058 · S13 TRENORD 32854 · Regionale TRENORD 10779 | 15:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 18:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 58 · S13 TRENORD 32856 · Regionale TRENORD 10781 | 16:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 19:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24559 · S13 TRENORD 24359 | 16:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 18:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24559 · Regionale TRENORD 2275 · Regionale TRENORD 10477 | 16:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 18:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2533 · Regionale Veloce 2033 · Regionale Veloce 3037 | 16:36 Varese station | 2h23 | 18:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2533 · Regionale TRENORD 2433+Intercity 679 | 16:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 18:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24561 · S13 TRENORD 24361 | 16:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 18:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 12062 · S13 TRENORD 32858 · Regionale TRENORD 10781 | 16:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 19:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 66 · S13 TRENORD 32860 · Regionale TRENORD 10783 | 17:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 20:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24563 · S13 TRENORD 24363 | 17:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 19:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24563 · Regionale TRENORD 2277 · Regionale TRENORD 10479 | 17:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 19:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2535 · Regionale TRENORD 2435+Intercity 685 | 17:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 19:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2535 · Regionale Veloce 2035 · Regionale TRENORD 2379 | 17:36 Varese station | 2h23 | 19:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24565 · S13 TRENORD 24365 | 17:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 19:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 12068 · S13 TRENORD 32862 · Regionale TRENORD 10783 | 17:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 20:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 70 · S13 TRENORD 32864 · Regionale TRENORD 10785 | 18:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h00 | 21:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24567 · S13 TRENORD 24367 | 18:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 20:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24567 · Regionale TRENORD 2279 · Regionale TRENORD 10481 | 18:12 Varese station | 1h56 | 20:08 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2537 · Regionale TRENORD 2437+Intercity 689 | 18:36 Varese station | 1h49 | 20:25 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24569 · S13 TRENORD 24369 | 18:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 20:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 12074 · S13 TRENORD 24369 · Regionale TRENORD 10785 | 18:50 Varese Nord | 2h21 | 21:11 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2505 · Regionale TRENORD 10483 | 19:06 Varese station | 2h02 | 21:08 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2505 · S1 TRENORD 24171 · Regionale Veloce 3041 | 19:06 Varese station | 1h53 | 20:59 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| Regionale TRENORD 78 · S13 TRENORD 24371 · Autobus TRENORD 787A | 19:11 Varese Casbeno | 3h05 | 22:16 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24571 · S13 TRENORD 24371 | 19:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 21:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2539 · Regionale TRENORD 2439+Intercity 687 | 19:36 Varese station | 1h58 | 21:34 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24573 · S13 TRENORD 24373 | 19:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 21:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 11078 · S13 TRENORD 24373 · Autobus TRENORD 787A | 19:50 Varese Nord | 2h26 | 22:16 Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24575 · S13 TRENORD 24375 | 20:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 22:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2541 · Regionale Veloce 2041 · Regionale Veloce 3045 | 20:36 Varese station | 1h59 | 22:35 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24577 · S13 TRENORD 24377 | 20:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 22:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24579 · S13 TRENORD 24379 | 21:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 23:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2543 · Regionale TRENORD 2443 · Regionale TRENORD 2387 | 21:36 Varese station | 2h01 | 23:37 Pavia station | 2 changes | |
| S5 TRENORD 24581 · S13 TRENORD 24381 | 21:42 Varese station | 2h09 | 23:51 Pavia station | 1 change | |
| S5 TRENORD 24583 · S13 TRENORD 24383 | 22:12 Varese station | 2h09 | 0:21 Pavia station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Varese to Pavia
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Trains from Varese to Pavia run on average 80 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 75 km distance in 2h 1m.
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 75 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 80 |
Fastest train 2h 1m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:39 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
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, Trenord from Varese to Pavia trainsRegionale, Trenord trains will get you between Varese and Pavia from £8. 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 9m
Cheapest Regionale Price
£8
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
Trenord
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenord Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Trenord Price
£8
Trenord frequency
25 a day
Complete guide to Pavia
Things to do in Pavia
Discover the best of Pavia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pavia trip today.
- Recommended
Museo per la Storia dell'Università di Pavia
University museum displaying scientific instruments and medical collections that reflect Pavia’s long academic tradition and notable scholars.
- Recommended
Museo Kosmos
Natural history museum with zoological and comparative anatomy collections, suited to visitors interested in science and historic university research.
- Recommended
Piazza della Vittoria
Main central square framed by civic buildings, shops, and cafés; ideal for orientating yourself and enjoying Pavia’s everyday urban life.
- Recommended
Cortili Storici dell'Università di Pavia
Historic university courtyard area with elegant colonnades and an academic atmosphere; a rewarding stop for architecture and local heritage.
- Recommended
Lungo Ticino
Riverside green space along the Ticino, popular for walks, views of the bridge, and a quieter perspective on the city and surrounding nature.
Zuppa alla Pavese
Classic Pavia soup of stale bread, hot meat broth, butter, cheese and a poached egg. A frugal local staple linked to the city’s traditional home cooking.
- Gluten-free
Risotto con salsiccia
Rice cooked with local sausage, often from nearby Varzi or Lomellina pork traditions. It reflects the rice-growing landscape around Pavia and hearty Lombard cooking.
- Gluten-free
Brasato al Bonarda
Slow-braised beef cooked with Bonarda wine and aromatics. It is a traditional Oltrepò Pavese dish that showcases the area’s red wine and robust rural cuisine.
Osteria della Madonna
Elegant central restaurant serving refined Lombard and Italian dishes in a polished but relaxed setting, popular for dinners and special occasions.
Antica Trattoria Ferrari
Well-known traditional venue for Pavia and Lombard cooking, with a classic atmosphere and a menu focused on local specialities and seasonal ingredients.
Trattoria Da Giovanni
Casual, established trattoria known for generous portions, local dishes and a friendly atmosphere suited to an authentic everyday meal in Pavia.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than Milan, while local trains and buses stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave 5-10% at restaurants only for notably good service.
Autoguidovie
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €3.50
To the city centre
Pavia railway station -> Piazza della Vittoria, Pavia
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Buy and activate digital tickets before boarding. Paper tickets must be validated as soon as you get on the bus.
- Contactless payment works on Autoguidovie buses in the Province of Pavia. Check in with your card or smartphone on the green validator.
FAQs: Varese to Pavia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varese to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Varese to Pavia can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Varese to Pavia covers a distance of 75 km and takes approximately 2h 1m. Trains run 80 per day.
The train distance from Varese to Pavia is 75 km.
The first train from Varese to Pavia leaves at 0:09.
The last train from Varese to Pavia departs at 23:39.
Trains from Varese to Pavia run approximately 80 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Varese to Pavia.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Varese to Pavia.
To get from Varese to Pavia, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Varese to Pavia.
The train station in Varese that goes to Pavia is Varese station, and it arrives at Pavia station.
The cheapest way to get from Varese to Pavia is by train, costing approximately £8.
Booking trains from Varese to Pavia in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Varese to Pavia offers picturesque views, especially of the Lombardy countryside, with rolling hills, charming villages, and glimpses of the Ticino River enhancing the scenic experience.
A day trip from Varese to Pavia is not feasible, as the travel time is 2h 1m and the distance is 75 km. However, trains run 72 times per day.
Explore the charming streets of Pavia's historic centre, filled with quaint shops and cafes, and enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Ticino River. Visit the Civic Museums of Pavia and the Botanic Garden for cultural and natural experiences. Don't miss the Certosa di Pavia, Ponte Coperto, Basilica di San Michele Maggiore, and Castello Visconteo. Attend a concert at Teatro Fraschini or explore the University of Pavia's historical buildings.
Two to three days are typically enough to explore Pavia's historical sites, including the Certosa di Pavia, the Ponte Coperto, and the University of Pavia, while also enjoying its local cuisine and vibrant atmosphere.
Yes, you can take the train from Varese to Pavia.
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Important Stations and Airports in Varese and Pavia
Most Varese to Pavia trains use the Varese to Pavia station pair, with some services arriving at Pavia Porta Garibaldi. Use this guide to compare Varese and Pavia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Varese
Arrival train stations in Pavia
Which Varese station do trains to Pavia leave from?
Trains from Varese to Pavia leave from Varese. The station is 1 km from Varese city centre at Piazzale Trento, 21100 Varese VA, Italy.
VaresePiazzale Trento, 21100 Varese VA, Italy+39 0332 255111
City-centre transport
Getting to Varese from Varese city centre
BusB, Z, Ab · 3m · every ~5 min
Varese train station facilities and services
Varese 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Bologna, Trattoria Caprese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varese. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Varese. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varese: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Varese: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Palace Grand Hotel Varese, Hotel di Varese, UNAHOTELS Varese.
Varese Nord21100 Varese, VA, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Varese Nord from Varese city centre
BusH, P · 3m · every ~8 min
Varese Nord train station facilities and services
Varese Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese Nord.
Varese Casbeno21100 Varese, VA, Italy
City-centre transport
Getting to Varese Casbeno from Varese city centre
Varese Casbeno is 1 km from Varese city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainR22, Re1 · 4m · £2 · every ~2 min
BusB, Ab · 3m · every ~3 min
Bus · 10m
Varese Casbeno train station facilities and services
Varese Casbeno has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Varese Casbeno.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varese Casbeno: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Varese Casbeno: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese Casbeno.
Which Pavia station do trains from Varese arrive at?
Trains from Varese to Pavia most often arrive at Pavia. Some services arrive at Pavia Porta Garibaldi, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Pavia arrival station.
PaviaPiazzale della Stazione, 27100 Pavia PV, Italy+39 0382 303401
City-centre transport
Getting to Pavia from Pavia city centre
Pavia is 1 km from Pavia city centre. Public transport options include:
BusSeveral lines available
TrainRegional and long-distance services
Pavia train station facilities and services
Pavia 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Da Giulio, Trattoria Da Lina
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pavia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pavia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pavia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pavia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pavia: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Moderno, Hotel Excelsior, Hotel Aurora.
Pavia Porta Garibaldi27100 Pavia, Province of Pavia, Italy
Pavia Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Pavia Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pavia Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking.
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