Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna train with Intercity

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€28

Average price

€28

Fastest journey

5 h 32 m

Average duration

5 h 32 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

186 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Varenna on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 5 h 32 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.

Intercity
04:07AM5h32
Santa Margherita Ligure
09:39AMVarenna
281One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train and bus for Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a train costs an average of €21.

Distance: 186 km

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Bus

€24

Average price

€23

Average price

Cheapest

4h 4m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 34m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 50m

Average total duration

10h 20m

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30m

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Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 11:07 PM
Last updated at 11:07 PM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
trenitaliaint4:07 AM Santa Margherita Ligure
5h32
9:39 AM Varenna0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna

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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €17
Distance
186 km
Average train duration
3h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€21
Trains per day
9
Fastest train
4h 32m
First train
04:55
Last train
19:35
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €17

Train companies: Intercity, Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna trainsIntercity, Regionale, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Varenna from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, power sockets, Wi-Fi, and a bar service. There are several ticket types available, including Standard, Super Economy, and Business. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 17m
Cheapest Price
€20
Intercity frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

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 Duration
4h 38m
Cheapest Price
€21
Regionale frequency
4 a day
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

Trenitalia EuroCity

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 48m
Cheapest Price
€76
Trenitalia EuroCity frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna

FAQs: Travel by train from Santa Margherita Ligure 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 Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna can start from as little as €20 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna is €21; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time to Varenna from Santa Margherita Ligure is on average 4 h 17 min   for the 186 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Santa Margherita Ligure and Varenna by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna leaves at 04: 21. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna leaves at 19: 35.
There are 14 trains a day from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna which require at least one change with Intercity or Regionale. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna train with Intercity or Regionale. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the journey from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 35.
A trip to Varenna from Santa Margherita Ligure is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 17 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna by train is January.
Yes, you can take a train between Santa Margherita Ligure and Varenna.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna

Santa Margherita Ligure
Varenna
The major train station for departures in Santa Margherita Ligure is S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino for your trip from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna.
S. Margherita Ligure-PortofinoWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
Dining
Dining
  • Ristorante Da Michele
  • Trattoria Baicin
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Laurin
  • Hotel Metropole
  • Hotel Jolanda
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Genoa and regional destinations
Public transit options for S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Ferry: Line 1 to Portofino

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