How to travel from Venice to Varenna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Venice to Varenna is a bus with an average price of zł103.

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

A bus is zł22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Varenna costing on average zł125.

A bus is zł423 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Varenna costing on average zł525.

The fastest way to travel from Venice to Varenna is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 43m.

Other travel options to Varenna take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 51m.

Flight takes on average 7h 52m.

The distance from Venice to Varenna is approximately 152 miles (245 km).

The average frequency per day from Venice to Varenna is:

• Around 25 trains per day.
• Around 18 flights per day.
• Around 15 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Venice 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 Venice to Varenna:

• Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Venice Santa Lucia and arrive in Varenna-esino.
• Buses mostly depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) and arrive in Lugano, Via Ciani.

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

• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Varenna by bus.
• Travel with Frecciarossa, Italo, Regionale to go to Varenna by train.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Venice to Varenna:

• 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Venice 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.