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Compare train and bus for Padua to Varenna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Padua to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $31, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Padua to Varenna trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Frecciarossa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Frecciarossa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Regionale or Italo to find the best option for your trip from Padua to Varenna.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Frecciarossa with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Padua to Varenna.
Why book with Omio over Raileurope?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Padua to Varenna.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Padua to Varenna
Trains from Padua to Varenna run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average train duration 3h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 00:35 |
Last train 21:21 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo from Padua to Varenna trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Italo trains will get you between Padua and Varenna from $20 (€16). 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 Padua to Varenna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua 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 Padua to Varenna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazzale Stazione.
- Ristorante Zairo
- Trattoria Al Fungo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Grand'Italia
- NH Padova
- Hotel Europa
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for trains to Venice, Milan, Rome
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Hall 3: connections to tram and bus services
- Tram: Line SIR1
- Bus: Several lines available including 3, 6, 10, 11, 12, 18
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
- 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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