How to get to Varenna from Como

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Compare train, ferry and coach for Como to Varenna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.

Distance: 27 km

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1h 57m

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1h 27m

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1h 3m

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The cheapest way to travel from Como to Varenna is a train with an average price of £7.
The fastest way to travel from Como to Varenna is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Como and Varenna including taking a train, ferry 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 £7 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £0.88. The journey takes 1h 27m versus 1h 3m 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.

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from Como to Varenna

How to get to Varenna from Como by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Como to Varenna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10429 · S7 TRENORD 24745 · Regionale TRENORD 2828
    13:411h43
    Como San Giovanni
    15:24Varenna-esino
    £61One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10429 · S7 TRENORD 24745 · Regionale TRENORD 2828
    13:411h43
    Como San Giovanni
    15:24Varenna-esino
    £61One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10429 · S7 TRENORD 24745 · Regionale TRENORD 2828
    13:411h43
    Como San Giovanni
    15:24Varenna-esino
    £61One-way
    2 changes

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10433 · S7 TRENORD 24753 · Regionale TRENORD 2832
    15:411h43
    Como San Giovanni
    17:24Varenna-esino
    £61One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10437 · S7 TRENORD 24761 · Regionale TRENORD 2836
    17:411h43
    Como San Giovanni
    19:24Varenna-esino
    £61One-way
    2 changes
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 10441 · Regionale TRENORD 2840
    19:411h43
    Como San Giovanni
    21:24Varenna-esino
    £61One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Como to Varenna

Travel to Varenna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Como to Varenna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Como and Varenna including taking a train, ferry and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Como to Varenna is a train with an average price of £7.
The fastest way to travel from Como to Varenna is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.
The Como to Varenna distance is approximately 27 km.
The average frequency per day from Como to Varenna is:
  • Around 52 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Como and Varenna as scheduled services by train, ferry and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Como to Varenna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Como San Giovanni and arrive in Varenna-esino.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Como to Varenna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale to go to Varenna by train.
Omio customers who travel from Como to Varenna often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Milan Centrale, Bellagio, Lecco, Bergamo. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Varenna and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Como to Varenna, you can choose from several travel options including train, ferry and coach.
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.

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