- Must visit
Museo Storico Alfa Romeo
Nearby museum preserving Alfa Romeo heritage with iconic cars, racing history, and strong appeal for design and motoring fans.
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varese to Rho is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varese to Rho will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 2 trains that leave Varese for Rho on Wed, Aug 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 58 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 Varese to Rho among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 51m. 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 €5, and a train costs an average of €5.
Distance: 22 miles (36 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€5 Average price Cheapest | €11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 21m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Rho take longer:
Train takes on average 51m.
Tickets start at around €5 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €5. The journey takes 51m versus 42m 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.
Direct services run with Regionale, Trenord.
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 Varese to Rho trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:12 AM Varese | 0h58 | 8:10 AM Rho | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Varese to Rho run on average 84 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 45 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 39m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 84 |
Direct trains 45 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Rho — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Rho trip today.
Nearby museum preserving Alfa Romeo heritage with iconic cars, racing history, and strong appeal for design and motoring fans.
Contemporary art museum in nearby Milan with ambitious international exhibitions in a converted industrial distillery.
Extensive science museum in Milan featuring transport, space, and Leonardo-themed displays; excellent for families and curious adults.
Rho’s main central square, framed by historic buildings and everyday town life. A practical starting point for exploring the old center.
Historic villa park and cultural hub offering green space, walking paths, and a relaxed local atmosphere close to the center.
Modern innovation district on the former Expo grounds, now popular for contemporary architecture, events, and large-scale urban redevelopment.
Risotto Alla Milanese is saffron risotto from the Milan area, rich with butter and cheese. It is a signature local first course across Rho and nearby Milan.
Cotoletta Alla Milanese is a breaded veal cutlet fried in butter. It is one of the most iconic dishes of the wider Milanese territory around Rho.
Ossobuco Alla Milanese is braised veal shank, often served with saffron risotto. It is a classic festive dish deeply tied to Lombard home cooking.
Established seafood restaurant in Rho, known for polished service, raw seafood, and refined fish dishes in an elegant modern setting.
Well-known local venue serving Lombard and Italian classics, with pizza and traditional plates in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
Popular restaurant and pizzeria appreciated for generous portions, classic Italian cooking, and an informal setting suitable for groups and families.
Moderate for northern Italy: hotels and dining cost more during trade fairs, but local transit is affordable and budget meals are easy to find.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Rho Fiera Milano -> Milano Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varese to Rho 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 Rho, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Varese to Rho trains use the Varese to Rho Fiera station pair, with some services arriving at Rho. Use this guide to compare Varese and Rho train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Varese has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Bologna, Trattoria Caprese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Varese. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Varese. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Varese: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Varese: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Palace Grand Hotel Varese, Hotel di Varese, UNAHOTELS Varese.
Varese Casbeno is 1 km from Varese city centre. Public transport options include:
Varese Casbeno has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Varese Casbeno.
Available at Varese Casbeno: Parking.
Available at Varese Casbeno: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese Casbeno.
Varese Nord has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varese Nord.
Rho Fiera is 3 km from Rho city centre. Public transport options include:
Rho Fiera has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rho Fiera.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Rho Fiera. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Rho Fiera. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Rho Fiera: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rho Fiera: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rho Fiera: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Milano Fiera, Italiana Hotels Milan Rho Fair, Hotel Esperia.
Rho has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Rho.
ATMs are available at Rho.
Available at Rho: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rho: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rho.
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