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

The cheapest way to get from Ravenna to Varenna is to line 296 bus and line 206 bus and line 99 bus and train which costs €35 - €75 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ravenna to Varenna is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Ravenna and Varenna?

No, there is no direct train from Ravenna to Varenna. However, there are services departing from Forli and arriving at Varenna Esino via Bologna centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Ravenna to Varenna?

The distance between Ravenna and Varenna is 381 km. The road distance is 362.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ravenna to Varenna without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 4m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Ravenna to Varenna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ravenna to Varenna train from?

Ravenna to Varenna train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Forli station.

Where does the Ravenna to Varenna train arrive?

Ravenna to Varenna train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ravenna to Varenna?

Yes, the driving distance between Ravenna to Varenna is 363 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Ravenna to Varenna.

Where can I stay near Varenna?

There are 7124+ hotels available in Varenna.

Ravenna to Varenna - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ravenna to Varenna by train (Trenitalia), bus, ferry, car, or train

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Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Forli to Bologna Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Varenna Esinotrain Re8
5h 4m
€42–127
Line 296 bus, line 206 bus, line 99 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nullo Baldini to Lugo Foro Boariobus 296
2. Take the bus from Lugo Foro Boario to Medicina Stazionebus 206 / ...
3. Take the bus from Medicina Stazione to Bologna Autostazionebus 99 / ...
4. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
5. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Varenna Esinotrain Re8
7h 41m
€38–72
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Forlì to Paradisobus
2. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
9h 12m
€64–70
Drive 362.9 km
1. Drive from Ravenna to Varennacar 362.9 km
3h 49m
€58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Forli to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Varenna Esinotrain Re8
5h 51m
€39–87

Ravenna to Varenna by bus and train

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5h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 380.8 km
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Ravenna, Italy and Varenna, Italy?

You can take a bus from Circonvallazione al Molino to Varenna Esino via Forlì, Forli, Bologna centrale, and Milano Centrale in around 5h 4m.

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