How to travel from Milan to Varena

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Compare train and bus for Milan to Varena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Varena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $47.

Distance: 123 miles (199 km)

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

The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Varena is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Varena:

A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Varena costing on average $47 (€39).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Varena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Varena take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Milan and Varena including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Milan to Varena among Omio's users.

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from Milan to Varena

How to get from Milan to Varena by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Italo8997 · 8966
    7:35 PM3h48
    Milan Centrale
    11:23 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Italo8997 · 8966
    7:35 PM3h48
    Milan Centrale
    11:23 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Italo8997 · 8966
    7:35 PM3h48
    Milan Centrale
    11:23 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Italo9997 · 8966
    6:45 PM4h38
    Milan Centrale
    11:23 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Italo9941 · 8954
    7:45 AM4h38
    Milan Centrale
    12:23 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $621One-way
    1 transfer
  • Italo9959 · 8966
    6:40 PM4h43
    Milan Centrale
    11:23 PMBolzano/Bozen
    $621One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Varena

Travel to Varena 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 Milan to Varena.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Milan and Varena including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Varena is a bus with an average price of $33 (€27).

This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Varena:

A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Varena costing on average $47 (€39).

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Varena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Varena take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 7m.

The distance from Milan to Varena is approximately 123 miles (199 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Varena is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Milan and Varena 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 Milan to Varena:
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Bolzano/Bozen.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Piazza Luigi di Savoia (Milano Stazione Centrale) and arrive in Cavalese, Stazione degli Autobus.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Varena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo to go to Varena by train.
  • Travel with Autostradale, FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus to go to Varena by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Varena:
  • 6 direct buses per day with Autostradale, FlixBus, GoOpti, Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Varena often also extend their vacation to go to Milan Centrale, Bellagio, Como, Tirano, Lecco. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Varena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Varena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Spending two to three days in Varena is typically sufficient to explore its charming lakeside setting, visit the local churches, and enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Como.

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