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Bergamo’s leading art museum, known for its strong collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque painting, including works by Botticelli, Bellini, Raphael, and Moroni.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Varenna to Bergamo
Showing times and prices for Jun 21
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
46 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Varenna to Bergamo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varenna to Bergamo will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Fast buses
Of the 4 buses that leave Varenna for Bergamo on Sun, Jun 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 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.
5:47 PM2h35Varenna8:22 PMBergamo$71One-way0 transfers- 8:47 AM2h35Varenna11:22 AMBergamo$71One-way0 transfers
- 4:10 AM2h12Varenna6:22 AMBergamo$71One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 AM2h12Varenna5:22 AMBergamo$91One-way0 transfers
- 4:10 AM2h12Varenna6:22 AMBergamo$71One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 AM2h12Varenna5:22 AMBergamo$91One-way0 transfers
- 5:47 PM2h35Varenna8:22 PMBergamo$71One-way0 transfers
- 8:47 AM2h35Varenna11:22 AMBergamo$71One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Varenna to Bergamo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varenna to Bergamo 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 bus 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 - 0.0kg. 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: 28 miles (46 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
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$8 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Varenna to Bergamo is a train with an average price of $8 (€6).
This is compared to other travel options from Varenna to Bergamo:
A train is 0 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Varenna to Bergamo costing on average $8 (€6).
The fastest way to travel from Varenna to Bergamo is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 5m.
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 27m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Varenna and Bergamo including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Varenna to Bergamo among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (1h 5m by bus vs 1h 20m by car) and save roughly $5 (€4) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $12 (€10)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Varenna to Bergamo Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 05:22AM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 06:22AM | Duration 2h12 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:47AM | Arrival Time 11:22AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 05:47PM | Arrival Time 08:22PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:32PM | Duration 2h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 01:41AM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 01:41AM | Duration 4h06 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Live departures
Varenna to Bergamo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Varenna to Bergamo buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:00 PM Varenna | 0h40 | 1:40 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:00 PM Varenna | 0h50 | 3:50 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:20 PM Varenna | 0h20 | 10:40 PM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 3:10 AM Varenna | 2h12 | 5:22 AM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 AM Varenna | 2h12 | 6:22 AM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:47 AM Varenna | 2h35 | 11:22 AM Bergamo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Varenna to Bergamo
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Buses from Varenna to Bergamo run on average 27 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:09, the last at 22:35. The fastest bus covers the 28 miles (46 km) distance in 1h 57m.
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
Train from $7 (€6)
Distance 28 miles (46 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 57m |
First bus 2:09 AM |
Last bus 10:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
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
Train from $7 (€6)
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Varenna to BergamoYou can travel by bus between Varenna to Bergamo with BlaBlaCar for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: "Bla" for quiet, "BlaBla" for talkative, and "BlaBlaBla" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys.
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Bergamo
Things to do in Bergamo
Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
- Recommended
GAMeC - Galleria d'Arte Moderna e Contemporanea
The city’s main modern and contemporary art gallery, opposite Accademia Carrara, with rotating exhibitions and an international profile.
- Recommended
Museo Donizettiano
A museum dedicated to composer Gaetano Donizetti, displaying manuscripts, memorabilia, and objects linked to Bergamo’s musical heritage.
- Must visit
Piazza Vecchia
The historic heart of Città Alta, surrounded by landmark buildings and consistently regarded as Bergamo’s most beautiful square.
- Must visit
Città Alta
Bergamo’s walled upper town, filled with medieval lanes, viewpoints, cafés, and monuments; the essential area for first-time visitors.
- Must visit
Mura Veneziane
The UNESCO-listed Venetian Walls encircling the upper city, ideal for scenic walks and among the most photographed places in Bergamo.
Casoncelli Alla Bergamasca
Traditional stuffed pasta from Bergamo, usually filled with meat, breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs, then dressed with butter, sage, and pancetta. It is one of the city’s signature dishes.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Polenta Taragna
A hearty mountain polenta made with cornmeal, buckwheat flour, butter, and local cheeses such as Branzi or Bitto. It is strongly associated with Bergamo and nearby valleys.
- Vegetarian
Scarpinocc Di Parre
A stuffed pasta from the Bergamo area, especially Parre, traditionally filled with cheese, breadcrumbs, butter, and spices rather than meat. It is a celebrated local variation of filled pasta.
Da Mimmo Bergamo Alta
Long-standing restaurant and pizzeria in Citta Alta, known for Bergamasque classics, pasta, and a lively historic setting popular with both locals and visitors.
Trattoria Parietti
Established traditional trattoria known for local Bergamo cuisine, homemade pasta, and hearty regional specialties in a warm, rustic atmosphere.
Ristorante Lalimentari
Popular Citta Alta venue with a refined but approachable style, known for quality local ingredients, cured meats, cheeses, and classic Lombard dishes.
Euro
Moderate by Italian standards: coffee and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and tourist-area dining cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- EUR 8-15 for pizza, panini, or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- EUR 20-35 per person for a standard restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- EUR 70+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- EUR 1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving EUR 1-5 for good service is appreciated; round up taxi fares.
ATB Mobile
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Prices
- Single ticket
- EUR 1.70
- Day pass
- EUR 7.00
To the city center
Bergamo Autostazione, Bergamo -> Bergamo Railway Station, Bergamo
- Distance
- 0.3 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- You can buy ATB tickets in the official app, at ticket machines, and at authorized shops. Validate paper tickets before boarding.
- Card payment availability on buses varies, so buying in advance in the app is the safest option. The same ticket is valid for ATB buses, trams, and the funicular within its time limit.
FAQs: Bus from Varenna to Bergamo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varenna to Bergamo by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bergamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Varenna to Bergamo can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Varenna to Bergamo is $8 (€6) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Varenna to Bergamo is 1h 57m to travel the 28 miles (46 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Varenna to Bergamo leaves at 2:09 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Varenna to Bergamo leaves at 10:35 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from Varenna to Bergamo with BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Varenna to Bergamo, you can count on BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Bergamo. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Varenna and Bergamo and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Bergamo from Varenna is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 57m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Varenna to Bergamo is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Varenna and Bergamo including taking a bus and train.
No, the bus from Varenna to Bergamo has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Bergamo are:
- Città Alta, a historic old town with medieval architecture and cobblestone streets
- Piazza Vecchia, a central square surrounded by Renaissance buildings and the Palazzo della Ragione
- Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, a stunning church known for its ornate interior and Baroque decorations
- Accademia Carrara, an art gallery housing an extensive collection of Italian Renaissance paintings
- Rocca di Bergamo, a fortress offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscape.
The best things to do in Bergamo include:
- Parco dei Colli, enjoy outdoor activities in the expansive park with scenic trails
- Explore the vibrant local markets for authentic Italian goods and fresh produce
- Take a guided tour of the Venetian Walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Visit the Donizetti Theatre for a cultural experience and live performances
- Enjoy a culinary tour to taste traditional Bergamo dishes and local wines.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
No, luggage for the bus from Varenna to Bergamo needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Varenna to Bergamo.
Since both Varenna and Bergamo are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Varenna to Bergamo among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Bergamo, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the train station and popular tourist spots. Scams involving overcharging by taxi drivers or street vendors may occur, so it’s advisable to agree on prices beforehand or use official services. Staying vigilant in busy areas and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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