The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 trains that leave Florence Santa Maria Novella for Varese on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 5 h 30 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 bus, train, and flight for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €211.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€40 Average price | €26 Average price Cheapest | €211 Average price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h30 | 11:51 AM Varese | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese
Trains from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese run on average 29 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:21, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 06:21 |
Last train 18:10 |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity, Italo trains will get you between Florence Santa Maria Novella and Varese from $17 (€14). 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese 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 Varese, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Varese
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access is available from Piazzale Trento.
- Ristorante Bologna
- Trattoria Caprese
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Palace Grand Hotel Varese
- Hotel di Varese
- UNAHOTELS Varese
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and suburban lines
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