The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€22
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 17
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
5 h 10 m
Trains on Sep 17
1
Distance
186 km
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 €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.
8:14 AM5h10Santa Margherita Ligure1:24 PMVarenna€221One-way0 transfers
8:14 AM5h10Santa Margherita Ligure1:24 PMVarenna€221One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 186 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€27 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna:
A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna costing on average €27.
Other travel options to Varenna take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 40m.
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna train times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:14 AM Santa Margherita Ligure | 5h10 | 1:24 PM Varenna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna
Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:09, the last at 19:35. The fastest train covers the 186 km distance in 3h 13m.
Distance 186 km |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 2:09 AM |
Last train 7:35 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regionale from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna trainsIntercity, Regionale trains will get you between Santa Margherita Ligure and Varenna from €21. 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 Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna
Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Varenna trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Varenna-esino station pair. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Varenna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santa Margherita Ligure station do trains to Varenna leave from?
Getting to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino from Santa Margherita Ligure city centre
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino train station facilities and services
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
Which Varenna station do trains from Santa Margherita Ligure arrive at?
Getting to Varenna-esino from Varenna city centre
Varenna-esino train station facilities and services
Varenna-esino has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Varenna-esino.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varenna-esino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varenna-esino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Varenna-esino: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varenna-esino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Olivedo, Albergo Milano, Hotel du Lac.
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