What is the cheapest way to get from Morcote to Varenna?

The cheapest way to get from Morcote to Varenna is to drive which costs €12 - €18 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Morcote to Varenna?

The fastest way to get from Morcote to Varenna is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct train between Morcote and Varenna?

No, there is no direct train from Morcote to Varenna. However, there are services departing from Melide and arriving at Varenna Esino via Chiasso and Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Morcote to Varenna?

The distance between Morcote and Varenna is 48 km. The road distance is 79.5 km.

How do I travel from Morcote to Varenna without a car?

The best way to get from Morcote to Varenna without a car is to line 431 bus and bus and ferry which takes 3h 23m and costs €11 - €19.

How long does it take to get from Morcote to Varenna?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Morcote to Varenna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morcote to Varenna train from?

Morcote to Varenna train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Chiasso station.

Where does the Morcote to Varenna train arrive?

Morcote to Varenna train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Morcote to Varenna?

Yes, the driving distance between Morcote to Varenna is 80 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Morcote to Varenna.

Where can I stay near Varenna?

There are 8068+ hotels available in Varenna.

Morcote to Varenna - 3 ways to travel via train, line 431 bus, bus, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Morcote to Varenna by bus, ferry, train, or car

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Line 431 bus, bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Morcote, Piazza Grande to Lugano, Piazza Rezzonicobus 431
2. Take the bus from Lugano to Menaggio - Via Como 9bus
3. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
3h 23m
€12–19
Train
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1. Take the train from Chiasso to Monzatrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Varenna Esinotrain Re8 / ...
3h 26m
€10–34
Drive 79.5 km
1. Drive from Morcote to Varennacar 79.5 km
1h 23m
€13–18

Morcote to Varenna by bus and ferry

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3h 23mAverage Duration

€12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.8 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Morcote, Switzerland and Varenna, Italy?

You can take a bus from Morcote, Piazza Grande to Varenna Esino via Melide, Stazione, Melide, Chiasso, and Monza in around 3h 26m.

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