The average train between Genoa and Varese takes 4h 12m and the fastest train takes 3h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa to Varese. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Genoa and Varese. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Varese at 7:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 20m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Genoa to Varese? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Varese. However, there are services departing from Genoa station and arriving at Varese station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.
Genoa to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova Brignole station.
Genoa to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Varese station.
Book your Genoa to Varese train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity, ItaloTreno and 2 other operators.
The distance between Genoa and Varese is 157.7 km. The road distance is 200 km.
You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Varese via Milano Centrale, Milano Rogoredo, and Rho Fiera Milano in around 3h 29m.