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Galleria d’Arte Villa Monastero
Art and exhibition spaces inside Villa Monastero, combining temporary displays with the historic villa setting and lakefront gardens.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Verona to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Verona to Varenna will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Verona to Varenna without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale TRENORD 2836
Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 2824
Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale TRENORD 2832
Regionale TRENORD 2642 · Regionale TRENORD 2842
Regionale TRENORD 2638 · Regionale TRENORD 2838
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
S11 TRENORD 25034 · Regionale TRENORD 2820
FRECCIAROSSA 8701+
Regionale TRENORD 2842
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+
Regionale TRENORD 2828
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
Regionale TRENORD 2820
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+
Regionale TRENORD 2935 · Regionale TRENORD 2822Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Verona to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $15.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Verona to Varenna:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Verona to Varenna costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Varenna take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $23 (€19). The journey takes 2h 31m versus 2h 20m 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 Verona to Varenna trains for today, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ S11 TRENORD 25034 · Regionale TRENORD 2820 | 8:46 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h38 | 11:24 AM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 9:02 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h22 | 12:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3486+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 2824 | 9:32 AM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 1:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ Regionale TRENORD 2935 · Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 9:32 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 12:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 · Regionale TRENORD 2826 | 10:32 AM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 2:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9721+ Regionale TRENORD 2824 | 10:32 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 1:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2626 · Regionale TRENORD 2826 | 10:43 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 2:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 2828 | 11:32 AM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 3:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 2828 | 11:43 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 3:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3488+ FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale TRENORD 2830 | 12:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 4:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 2828 | 12:32 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 3:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728+ Regionale TRENORD 2830 | 1:02 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h22 | 4:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale TRENORD 2832 | 1:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 5:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale TRENORD 2832 | 1:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 5:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ Regionale TRENORD 2832 | 2:32 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 5:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 · Regionale TRENORD 2834 | 2:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 6:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2634 · Regionale TRENORD 2834 | 2:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 6:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale TRENORD 2834 | 3:02 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h22 | 6:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale TRENORD 2836 | 3:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 7:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2636 · Regionale TRENORD 2836 | 3:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 7:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 · Regionale TRENORD 2838 | 4:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 8:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2638 · Regionale TRENORD 2838 | 4:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 8:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 2840 | 5:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 9:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 2840 | 5:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 9:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748+ Regionale TRENORD 2840 | 6:02 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h22 | 9:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ Regionale TRENORD 2971 · Regionale TRENORD 2840 | 6:32 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 9:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 · Regionale TRENORD 2842 | 6:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 10:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2642 · Regionale TRENORD 2842 | 6:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 10:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Regionale TRENORD 2842 | 7:32 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 10:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 · Regionale TRENORD 2844 | 7:32 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 11:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3524+ FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TRENORD 2844 | 7:38 PM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h46 | 11:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644 · Regionale TRENORD 2844 | 7:43 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 11:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TRENORD 2844 | 8:02 PM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h22 | 11:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 27 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2616 · Regionale TRENORD 2816 | 5:43 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 9:24 AM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2618 · Regionale TRENORD 2818 | 6:43 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 10:24 AM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Regionale TRENORD 2818 | 6:52 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h32 | 10:24 AM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 · Regionale TRENORD 2820 | 7:32 AM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 11:24 AM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Regionale TRENORD 2927 · Regionale TRENORD 2818 | 7:32 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 10:24 AM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2620 · Regionale TRENORD 2820 | 7:43 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h41 | 11:24 AM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17162 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 · Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 8:04 AM Verona Porta Vescovo | 4h20 | 12:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ Regionale TRENORD 2820 | 8:32 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 2h52 | 11:24 AM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3482+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713+ Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 8:32 AM Verona Porta Vescovo | 3h52 | 12:24 PM Varenna-esino | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2622 · Regionale TRENORD 2822 | 8:39 AM Verona Porta Nuova | 3h45 | 12:24 PM Varenna-esino | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Verona to Varenna run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:35, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 37 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 12:35 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Varenna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Varenna trip today.
Art and exhibition spaces inside Villa Monastero, combining temporary displays with the historic villa setting and lakefront gardens.
Specialized museum dedicated to traditional boats of Lake Como, notable for preserving local nautical heritage in nearby Pianello del Lario, often visited from Varenna.
Historic house museum interiors at Villa Monastero with furnished rooms and decor reflecting the villa’s transformation from monastery to lakeside residence.
Famous lakeside walkway linking the ferry area and the historic center, one of Varenna’s most photographed and instantly recognizable strolls.
The compact historic center with stone lanes, stairways, and colorful houses is the heart of the village and ideal for wandering without a plan.
Long linear botanical gardens on the lakefront with statues, exotic plants, and iconic viewpoints, among the most refined outdoor spaces in Varenna.
Creamy risotto topped with lightly fried Lake Como perch fillets, one of the area’s signature dishes and a classic of lakeside trattorias.
Traditional salted and sun-dried agoni fish from Lake Como, usually grilled and served with polenta; a historic local specialty.
Rich mountain-style polenta finished with local butter, cheese, garlic, and sage, typical of the Lake Como and Lombardy area.
Established restaurant on a charming square, known for refined Italian cuisine, lake fish dishes, and a romantic setting.
Elegant hotel restaurant with panoramic lake views, offering polished Italian cooking and a more upscale dining experience.
Well-known wine bar and restaurant in Varenna, appreciated for regional dishes, cheese and charcuterie, and an intimate atmosphere.
Lake Como is pricier than many Italian towns. Hotels and lakefront dining cost more, but cafés and simple meals are manageable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafés or 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated.
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Varenna-Esino, Varenna -> Varenna Ferry Terminal, Varenna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Verona 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.

Most Verona to Varenna trains use the Verona Porta Nuova to Varenna-esino station pair. Use this guide to compare Verona and Varenna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Verona Porta Nuova is 1 km from Verona city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Verona Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Bistrot, Scambio, 12oz Coffee Joint, Bottega del Caffè, Spizzico, Lowengrube, Cibiamo
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are available at Verona Porta Nuova.
Ticket office support is available at Verona Porta Nuova. Information desks are located on the ground floor in the main concourse. Services provided by KiPoint, open daily from 08:00 to 20:00.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor. Open daily from 08:00 to 20:00.
Available at Verona Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Verona Porta Nuova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Verona Porta Nuova: Accessible facilities including restrooms, ramps, and parking. The Sala Blu mobility assistance is available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Nearby hotels include Maison de Amelie, Rezidenza Verona Porta Nuova, Daydreaming House.
Verona Porta Vescovo is 1 km from Verona city centre. Public transport options include:
Verona Porta Vescovo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Verona Porta Vescovo.
Ticket office support is available at Verona Porta Vescovo.
Available at Verona Porta Vescovo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Verona Porta Vescovo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Verona Porta Vescovo: Elevators, ramps.
Varenna-esino has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Varenna-esino.
Ticket office support is available at Varenna-esino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Varenna-esino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Varenna-esino: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Varenna-esino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Olivedo, Albergo Milano, Hotel du Lac.
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