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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Varenna
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
1 h 4 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Varenna will cost around €7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 16 trains that leave Milan for Varenna on Sat, Dec 27, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 4 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
Regionale TRENORD 2842 · Autobus TRENORD 2842ARegionale TRENORD 2820Regionale TRENORD 2830Regionale TRENORD 2822Regionale TRENORD 2832Regionale TRENORD 2820Regionale TRENORD 2830Regionale TRENORD 2822Regionale TRENORD 2832Regionale TRENORD 2838
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Compare train and bus for Milan to Varenna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 61 km
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1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Milan to Varenna train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Varenna trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale TRENORD 2836 | 5:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 6:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2838 | 6:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 7:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2840 | 7:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 8:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2842 · Autobus TRENORD 2842A | 8:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h26 | 9:46 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
| Regionale TRENORD 2812 | 5:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 6:24 AM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2814 | 6:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 7:24 AM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2816 | 7:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 8:24 AM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2818 | 8:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 9:24 AM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2820 | 9:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 10:24 AM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 10:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 11:24 AM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2824 | 11:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 12:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2826 | 12:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 1:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2828 | 1:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 2:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2830 | 2:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 3:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2832 | 3:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 4:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TRENORD 2834 | 4:20 PM Milan Centrale | 1h04 | 5:24 PM Varenna-esino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Milan to Varenna
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Trains from Milan to Varenna run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 22:11. The fastest train covers the 61 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 61 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 22:11 |
Train companies: Regionale, Trenord from Milan to Varenna trainsRegionale, Trenord trains will get you between Milan and Varenna from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Milan to Varenna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Milan Centrale, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Varenna-esino, located 0.4 miles (712 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Milan to Varenna
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Venchi
- Panzera Coffee
- Burger King
- Bar Motta
- Caffè Napoli
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Spontini
- Starbucks
- Dispensa Emilia
- McDonald's
- & many more
- Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
- Glam Hotel Milano
- NYX MIlan
- iQ Hotel Milano
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20
- Located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
- Metro lines: M2 (green), M3 (yellow)
- Tram lines: 1
- Bus lines: 5, 9, 10, 42, 81, 87, 152, 728, N26, NM2, NM3, Air Bus, Orio Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FB, EC, Thello, XP2, R28, IC, ICN, RV, R, Regio, Italo
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike Rental- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Caffeteria Panni Caldi
- Princi
- Burgez
- Bricco Café
- U! Come tu mi vuoi
- Autogrill
- Culto
- Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
- Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova
- AC Hotel by Marriott Milano
- Tocq Hotel
- Metro lines: M2, M5
- Bus lines: 43, 56, 70, 94
- Train lines: R21, R31, S1, S11, S2, S5, S7, S8
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with access from Via Rombon.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole
- Osteria Lambrate
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- MEININGER Milano Lambrate
- Hotel Gamma
- Hotel Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 19
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- 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
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