How to travel from Zurich to Varenna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Varenna is a bus with an average price of €29.

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

A bus is €35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Varenna costing on average €64.

A bus is €103 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Varenna costing on average €132.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Varenna is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 14m.

Other travel options to Varenna take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 57m.

Flight takes on average 8h 59m.

The distance from Zurich to Varenna is approximately 100 miles (161 km).

The average frequency per day from Zurich to Varenna is:

• Around 43 flights per day.
• Around 17 trains per day.
• Around 14 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Varenna-esino.
• Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zurich 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 Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to go to Varenna by train.

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

• 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.

Omio customers who travel from Zurich 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.