The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Varenna
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Varenna will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 4 trains that leave Venice for Varenna on Sun, Mar 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 01 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sun, Mar 01 the slowest trains will take 7 h 31 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.








Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Venice to Varenna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €98.
Distance: 245 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€31 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €163 Average price |
4h 22m Average total duration 3h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Venice to Varenna train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Varenna trains for today, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:12 PM Venice | 6h12 | 8:24 PM Varenna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:23 PM Venice | 5h30 | 8:53 PM Varenna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 1 | |||||
![]() | 5:53 AM Venice | 7h31 | 1:24 PM Varenna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Venice | 6h01 | 2:24 PM Varenna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:23 AM Venice | 5h30 | 3:53 PM Varenna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Venice to Varenna by train, bus, or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Frecciarossa?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Varenna
Trains from Venice to Varenna run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 2h 16m.
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 3h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 2h 16m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 21:21 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale from Venice to Varenna trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Regionale trains will get you between Venice and Varenna from €13. 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 Venice to Varenna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Varenna
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Viale della Stazione.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Venezia Marghera
- Hotel Lugano Torretta
- Hotel Mondial
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Venice and Mestre
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: Regional trains to Venice and Mestre
- 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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