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

The cheapest way to get from Varenna to Portofino is to train and line 1 ferry which costs €30 - €60 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varenna to Portofino is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs €35 - €60.

How far is it from Varenna to Portofino?

The distance between Varenna and Portofino is 241 km. The road distance is 248.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Varenna to Portofino without a car is to train and line 1 ferry which takes 5h 25m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Varenna to Portofino, including transfers.

Can I drive from Varenna to Portofino?

Yes, the driving distance between Varenna to Portofino is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Varenna to Portofino.

Where can I stay near Portofino?

There are 4774+ hotels available in Portofino.

Varenna to Portofino - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 ferry, ferry, and bus

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

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Train, line 1 ferry
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1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Milano Centraletrain Re8
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to S.Margherita L.-Porttrain Ic
3. Take the ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofinoferry 1
5h 25m
€34–58
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Menaggioferry 906 / ...
2. Take the bus from Menaggio Piazza Roma to Como San Giovannibus
3. Take the bus from Como to Milanbus
4. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Rapallobus
8h 14m
€58–84
Drive 248.4 km
1. Drive from Varenna to Portofinocar 248.4 km
3h 9m
€39–57

Varenna to Portofino by train, foot, and ferry

42Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

€34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.6 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

There is no direct connection from Varenna to Portofino. However, you can take the train to Milano Centrale, take the train to S.Margherita L.-Port, walk to Santa Margherita Ligure, then take the line 1 ferry to Portofino. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Varenna to Portofino via Menaggio, Menaggio Piazza Roma, Como, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, and Rapallo in around 8h 14m.

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