How to travel from Rome to Varenna

There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Varenna including taking a bus, train, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Varenna is a train with an average price of $29 (€24).

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

A train is $46 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Varenna costing on average $75 (€63).

A train is $435 (€365) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Varenna costing on average $464 (€389).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Varenna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 11m.

Other travel options to Varenna take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 24m.

Bus takes on average 10h 34m.

The distance from Rome to Varenna is approximately 325 miles (524 km).

The average frequency per day from Rome to Varenna is:

• Around 67 trains per day.
• Around 25 flights per day.
• Around 17 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Varenna:

• Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Varenna-esino.
• Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Lugano, Via Ciani.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Varenna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Infobus to go to Varenna by bus.
• Travel with ITA, British Airways, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Aeroitalia, Eurowings, Avion Express Malta, Bulgaria Air to go to Varenna by flight.
• Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Regionale to go to Varenna by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Varenna with the following travel companies:

• 5 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Infobus.
• 9 direct flights per day with ITA, Aeroitalia.

Omio customers who travel from Rome to Varenna often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Milan Centrale, Bellagio, Como, 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.