The average train between Parma and Varese takes 3h 6m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Parma 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 2 hours between Parma and Varese. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Parma is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Varese at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Milan Centrale and take an average of 3h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Parma 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 Parma to Varese. However, there are services departing from Parma station and arriving at Varese station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.
Parma to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.
Parma to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Varese Nord station.
Book your Parma to Varese train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, ATM and 2 other operators.
The distance between Parma and Varese is 163.3 km. The road distance is 177 km.
You can take a train from Parma to Varese Nord via Milan Centrale, Centrale Fs, Cadorna Fn M2, and Milano Cadorna in around 2h 30m.