What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Varese?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Varese is to bus which costs €28 - €65 and takes 6h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Varese?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Varese is to fly and train which takes 2h 6m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Varese?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Varese station. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Gallarate Station via Malpensa Airport - Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Varese?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Varese. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Varese via Domodossola and Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Geneva to Varese?

The distance between Geneva and Varese is 253 km. The road distance is 299.9 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Varese without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Varese without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Varese?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Geneva to Varese, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Varese bus from?

Geneva to Varese bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Varese train from?

Geneva to Varese train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Varese?

The best way to get from Geneva to Varese is to bus which takes 6h 47m and costs €28 - €65. Alternatively, you can train via Domodossola, which costs €100 - €310 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Geneva to Varese bus arrive?

Geneva to Varese bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Geneva to Varese train arrive?

Geneva to Varese train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Varese?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Varese is 300 km. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Geneva to Varese.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Varese?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Geneva to Varese?

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Where can I stay near Varese?

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Geneva to Varese - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Geneva to Varese by plane, train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane GVA - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Varesetrain
2h 6m
€81–250
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Milanbus FlixBus N1524
6h 47m
€29–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Genève to Domodossolatrain Ec
2. Take the bus from Domodossola to Gallaratebus Re4
5h 17m
Drive 299.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Varesecar 299.9 km
3h 57m
€53–76
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane GVA - LIN
2. Take the train from Milano Dateo to Varesetrain
5h 14m
€117–279
Train via Domodossola
1. Take the train from Genève to Domodossolatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Gallaratetrain Re
5h 55m
€102–306
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellinzonatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Varesetrain S50
6h 28m
€154–451
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Rho Fiera Milano to Varesetrain S5 / ...
7h 32m
€32–56

Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) flights

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Distance: 253.3 km
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Varese, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Geneva to Milan twice daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Varese via Domodossola and Gallarate in around 5h 55m.

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