- Must visit
Doge's Palace
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
6 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 12 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varenna-esino to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varenna-esino to Venice will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 4 trains that leave Varenna-esino for Venice 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 trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 6 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 2 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 19 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Varenna-esino to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price | $125 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration 9h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Varenna-esino to Venice:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Varenna-esino to Venice costing on average $44 (€36).
A train is $92 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Varenna-esino to Venice costing on average $125 (€102).
Other travel options to Venice take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 20m.
Flight takes on average 9h 24m.
Tickets start at around $33 (€27) compared to roughly $56 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 4h 0m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Varenna-esino to Venice trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 10329 · Regionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8995 | On time 3:06 PM Varenna-esino | 5h57 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10329 · Regionale TRENORD 2833 · Regionale TRENORD 2637+ 8997 | On time 3:06 PM Varenna-esino | 6h57 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10329 · Regionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8997 | On time 3:06 PM Varenna-esino | 6h57 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 17245 | 3:35 PM Varenna-esino | 6h13 | 9:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 3:35 PM Varenna-esino | 5h15 | 8:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale TRENORD 2833 · Regionale TRENORD 2637+ 8997 | On time 3:35 PM Varenna-esino | 6h28 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 3:35 PM Varenna-esino | 3h53 | 7:28 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831 · Regionale TRENORD 2833+ FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ 8997 | On time 3:35 PM Varenna-esino | 6h28 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2831 · S8 TRENORD 24863+ FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ 8995 | On time 3:35 PM Varenna-esino | 5h28 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10331 · Regionale TRENORD 2835+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ 8997 | On time 4:06 PM Varenna-esino | 5h57 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10331 · Regionale TRENORD 2833+ FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ 8997 | On time 4:06 PM Varenna-esino | 5h57 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 10331 · Regionale TRENORD 2833 · Regionale TRENORD 2637+ 8997 | On time 4:06 PM Varenna-esino | 5h57 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2833 · S11 TRENORD 25063+ FRECCIAROSSA 9753 | 4:35 PM Varenna-esino | 4h07 | 8:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2833 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 17247 | 4:35 PM Varenna-esino | 6h13 | 10:48 PM Venezia Porto Marghera | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2833 · Regionale TRENORD 2835+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ 8997 | On time 4:35 PM Varenna-esino | 5h28 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2833 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501 | 4:35 PM Varenna-esino | 5h28 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2833+ FRECCIAROSSA 9755 | 4:35 PM Varenna-esino | 4h25 | 9:00 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10333 · Regionale TRENORD 2835+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ 8997 | On time 5:06 PM Varenna-esino | 4h57 | 10:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 3 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2835+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 5:35 PM Varenna-esino | 4h07 | 9:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2835 · Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 5:35 PM Varenna-esino | 6h02 | 11:37 PM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2837 · Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3549 | 6:35 PM Varenna-esino | 5h15 | 11:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2837+ FRECCIAROSSA 9567 · FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 6:35 PM Varenna-esino | 4h59 | 11:34 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 4:18 AM Varenna-esino | 6h19 | 10:37 AM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:35 AM Varenna-esino | 6h13 | 2:48 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Varenna-esino | 6h13 | 3:48 PM Venice | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Varenna-esino to Venice run on average 28 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 16:35. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 28 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 4:18 AM |
Last train 4:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
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Discover the best of Venice — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Venice trip today.
Gothic palace museum of the former Venetian Republic, known for grand state rooms, prisons, and the Bridge of Sighs. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Venice's premier art museum, with major Venetian masters including Bellini, Giorgione, Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese.
Influential modern art museum on the Grand Canal, featuring Picasso, Pollock, Dalí, and a sculpture garden in Peggy Guggenheim's former home.
Venice's ceremonial heart, surrounded by major monuments and one of the city's essential first stops.
Venice's main waterway, lined with palaces and best experienced from bridges, vaporetti, or waterside walks.
Historic market district by the Rialto, lively in the morning and ideal for experiencing everyday Venetian atmosphere.
A classic Venetian cicchetto of fried sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, pine nuts, and raisins, showing the city’s historic taste for sweet-sour flavors.
Creamed salt cod whipped with olive oil into a soft spread, traditionally served on bread or grilled polenta, and one of Venice’s signature bar snacks.
Venetian risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink, prized for its deep briny taste and striking black color.
Small, acclaimed seafood osteria near San Marco, known for market-fresh fish, refined cooking, and an intimate atmosphere.
Classic Burano trattoria famous for lagoon fish and risotto, offering a polished but traditional dining experience.
One of Venice’s oldest bacari, celebrated for cicchetti, wine, and a standing-room atmosphere full of local tradition.
Venice is pricier than many Italian cities, especially for hotels, tourist dining, and drinks near major sights.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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