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

The cheapest way to get from Varenna to Pontresina is to bus which costs SFr 8 - SFr 13 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varenna to Pontresina is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct bus between Varenna and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct bus from Varenna to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Chiavenna, Stazione and arriving at Pontresina, Post via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Varenna and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct train from Varenna to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Varenna Esino and arriving at Pontresina via Tirano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Varenna to Pontresina?

The distance between Varenna and Pontresina is 124 km. The road distance is 103.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Varenna to Pontresina without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Varenna to Pontresina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varenna to Pontresina bus from?

Varenna to Pontresina bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, depart from Chiavenna, Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Varenna to Pontresina train from?

Varenna to Pontresina train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Varenna Esino station.

Train or bus from Varenna to Pontresina?

The best way to get from Varenna to Pontresina is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 13 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Varenna to Pontresina bus arrive?

Varenna to Pontresina bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, arrive at Pontresina, Post station.

Where does the Varenna to Pontresina train arrive?

Varenna to Pontresina train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Tirano station.

Can I drive from Varenna to Pontresina?

Yes, the driving distance between Varenna to Pontresina is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Varenna to Pontresina.

How do I get a train ticket from Varenna to Pontresina?

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Where can I stay near Pontresina?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Varenna to Pontresina by train, ferry, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Tiranotrain Re8
2. Take the train from Tirano to Pontresinatrain Re9 / ...
4h 7m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiavenna, Stazione to Pontresina, Postbus 604
4h 25m
CHF 8–13
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Menaggioferry 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Menaggio, Hotel Bellavista to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtinsbus 631
4h 21m
CHF 14–26
Drive 103.5 km
1. Drive from Varenna to Pontresinacar 103.5 km
1h 45m
CHF 17–25
Train via Surovas
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Tiranotrain Re8
2. Take the train from Tirano to Surovastrain R19 / ...
4h 33m

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Distance: 124.4 km
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Varenna Esino to Pontresina via Tirano in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, PostAuto AG operates a bus from Chiavenna, Stazione to Pontresina, Post hourly. Tickets cost CHF 5–8 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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