The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Varese
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 14 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence 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 to Varese will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Florence to Varese without transferring at least once.
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+
S5 TRENORD 24578
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+
S13 TRENORD 24378 · Regionale TRENORD 10091
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+
S13 TRENORD 24334 · Regionale TRENORD 1035
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+
Regionale TRENORD 2540
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+
Regionale TRENORD 2944 · Regionale TRENORD 1041
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+
Regionale TRENORD 2540
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+
Regionale TRENORD 2548
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+
Regionale TRENORD 2552
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+
Regionale TRENORD 2572
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+
Regionale TRENORD 2532Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Florence to Varese
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Varese among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €115.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €177 Average price |
4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 36m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Florence to Varese train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Varese trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale TRENORD 2960 · Regionale TRENORD 61 | On time 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h56 | 4:51 PM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale TRENORD 2960 · Regionale TRENORD 10059 | On time 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 4:40 PM Varese Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Regionale TRENORD 2432 · Regionale TRENORD 2560 | On time 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 4:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ Regionale TRENORD 2434 · Regionale TRENORD 2564 | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 5:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Regionale TRENORD 2436 · Regionale TRENORD 2568 | On time 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 6:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320+ Regionale TRENORD 2572 | 4:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h14 | 7:24 PM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Regionale Veloce 2040 · Regionale TRENORD 2576 | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 8:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ Regionale TRENORD 2976 · Regionale TRENORD 83 | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 8:40 PM Varese Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Regionale TRENORD 2980 · Regionale TRENORD 10089 | On time 5:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 9:40 PM Varese Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Regionale TRENORD 2442 · Regionale TRENORD 2580 | On time 5:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 9:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+ S5 TRENORD 24578 | 7:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 10:51 PM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326+ S13 TRENORD 24378 · Regionale TRENORD 10091 | On time 7:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h30 | 10:40 PM Varese Nord | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ S13 TRENORD 24326 · Regionale TRENORD 29 | On time 6:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 9:51 AM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9300+ Regionale TRENORD 2532 | 6:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h14 | 9:24 AM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508+ Regionale TRENORD 2936 · Regionale TRENORD 31 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h56 | 10:51 AM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508+ S5 TRENORD 24528 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h26 | 10:21 AM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ Regionale TRENORD 2540 | 8:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h14 | 11:24 AM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ S13 TRENORD 24334 · Regionale TRENORD 1035 | 8:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 11:51 AM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale TRENORD 2944 · Regionale TRENORD 1041 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h56 | 12:51 PM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale TRENORD 2944 · Regionale TRENORD 10041 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 12:40 PM Varese Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale TRENORD 2424 · Regionale TRENORD 2544 | 8:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 12:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+ S13 TRENORD 24342 · Regionale TRENORD 47 | 10:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 1:51 PM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308+ Regionale TRENORD 2548 | 10:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h14 | 1:24 PM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ S13 TRENORD 24346 · Regionale TRENORD 51 | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h41 | 2:51 PM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ Regionale TRENORD 2552 | 11:10 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h14 | 2:24 PM Varese station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Regionale TRENORD 2956 · Regionale TRENORD 55 | On time 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h56 | 3:51 PM Varese Casbeno | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Regionale TRENORD 2956 · Regionale TRENORD 10055 | On time 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 3:40 PM Varese Nord | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9514+ Regionale TRENORD 2430 · Regionale TRENORD 2556 | On time 11:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h29 | 3:24 PM Varese station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Varese
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 32 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 22:25 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Florence to Varese start from as low as $29 (€24) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $51 (€41) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte from Florence to Varese trainsFrecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Florence and Varese from $15 (€12). 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 to Varese
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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 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
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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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