How to travel from Como to Varese

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Compare train and bus for Como to Varese

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Varese among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €6.

Distance: 12 miles (20 km)

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€6

Average price

Cheapest

€13

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 14m

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53m

Average total duration

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Como to Varese is a train with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Varese:

A train is 0 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Varese costing on average €6.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Varese is by train with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Varese take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Como and Varese including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como to Varese among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €6 compared to roughly €13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €6. The journey takes 1h 14m versus 53m 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.

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from Como to Varese

How to get from Como to Varese by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Como to Varese is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 3142 · Regionale TRENORD 10041
    12:12 PM1h28
    Como Lago
    1:40 PMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 3142 · Regionale TRENORD 10041
    12:12 PM1h28
    Como Lago
    1:40 PMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 3142 · Regionale TRENORD 10041
    12:12 PM1h28
    Como Lago
    1:40 PMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 166 · Regionale TRENORD 67
    5:16 PM1h29
    Como Lago
    6:45 PMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 170 · Regionale TRENORD 75
    6:16 PM1h29
    Como Lago
    7:45 PMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 150 · Regionale TRENORD 51
    2:16 PM1h29
    Como Lago
    3:45 PMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 188 · Autobus TRENORD 1001A
    10:16 PM2h19
    Como Lago
    12:35 AMVarese Nord
    61One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Como to Varese

Travel to Varese easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Como to Varese.

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There are 2 options to travel between Como and Varese including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Como to Varese is a train with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Varese:

A train is 0 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Varese costing on average €6.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Varese is by train with an average journey time of 1h 44m.

Other travel options to Varese take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 55m.

The distance from Como to Varese is approximately 12 miles (20 km).
The average frequency per day from Como to Varese is:
  • Around 45 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Como and Varese as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Como to Varese:
  • Trains mostly depart from Como Lago and arrive in Varese Nord.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Como to Varese, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Trenord to go to Varese by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Como to Varese:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Trenord.
Omio customers who travel from Como to Varese often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Torno, Lipomo, Milan Malpensa Airport, Lugano. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Varese and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Varese to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Varese, allowing time to visit its beautiful gardens, historic villas, and the scenic Sacro Monte di Varese.

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