How to travel from Geneva to Varenna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Geneva to Varenna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Varenna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $78.

Distance: 150 miles (243 km)

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$136

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$87

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5h 57m

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5h 27m

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4h 35m

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The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Varenna is a bus with an average price of $100 (€81).

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Varenna:

A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Varenna costing on average $136 (€110).

A bus is $109 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Varenna costing on average $209 (€170).

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Varenna is by train with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Varenna take longer:

Flight takes on average 7h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Varenna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Geneva to Varenna among Omio's users.

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from Geneva to Varenna

How to get from Geneva to Varenna by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
    5:27 AM6h26
    Geneva
    11:53 AMVarenna
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
    5:27 AM6h26
    Geneva
    11:53 AMVarenna
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
    5:27 AM6h26
    Geneva
    11:53 AMVarenna
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
    1:27 PM6h26
    Geneva
    7:53 PMVarenna
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers
  • Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
    7:27 AM10h26
    Geneva
    5:53 PMVarenna
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers
  • Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
    6:27 PM13h26
    Geneva
    7:53 AMVarenna
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Geneva to Varenna

Travel to Varenna 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 Geneva to Varenna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Varenna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Varenna is a bus with an average price of $100 (€81).

This is compared to other travel options from Geneva to Varenna:

A bus is $36 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Varenna costing on average $136 (€110).

A bus is $109 (€88) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Varenna costing on average $209 (€170).

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Varenna is by train with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Varenna take longer:

Flight takes on average 7h 40m.

Bus takes on average 7h 44m.

The distance from Geneva to Varenna is approximately 150 miles (243 km).
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Varenna is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Varenna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Varenna-esino.
  • Buses mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Varenna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Varenna by train.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Varenna often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Milan Centrale, Bellagio, Bergamo, Lecco. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Varenna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Varenna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Varenna, you can explore charming streets with local shops and cafes, take a boat tour on Lake Como for stunning views, and visit the Civic Museum of Ornithology and Natural Sciences. Enjoy a wine tasting at a local vineyard or join a cooking class to learn traditional Italian dishes. Key sights include Villa Monastero with its botanical gardens, Castello di Vezio with medieval charm and falconry displays, and the Romanesque Church of San Giorgio. Don't miss the short river Fiumelatte with its milky waters, and the scenic Passeggiata degli Innamorati for leisurely lakeside walks.
For a fulfilling experience in Varenna, plan to stay 2 to 3 days to explore its charming streets, visit Villa Monastero, and enjoy the scenic views of Lake Como.

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