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

The cheapest way to get from Varenna to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varenna to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Varenna and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Varenna to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Varenna Esino and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Monza and Chiasso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Varenna to Zurich?

The distance between Varenna and Zurich is 324 km. The road distance is 254.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Varenna to Zurich without a car is to ferry and bus and train which takes 4h 49m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Varenna to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varenna to Zurich train from?

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

Where does the Varenna to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varenna to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Varenna to Zurich is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Varenna to Zurich.

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Zurich.

Varenna to Zurich - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Varenna to Zurich by ferry, bus, train, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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Ferry, bus, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Tremezzoferry 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tremezzo Piazza Trieste to Como San Giovannibus
3. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h 49m
CHF 66–119
Drive 254.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Varenna to Zurichcar 254.8 km
3h 22m
CHF 43–62
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 ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
5h
CHF 72–106
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
4h 45m
CHF 77–199
Train
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Monzatrain Re8 / ...
2. Take the train from Chiasso to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h 53m
CHF 52–99
Ferry, bus, train via Zürich HB
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Tremezzoferry 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tremezzo Piazza Trieste to Como San Giovannibus
3. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
5h 14m
CHF 86–124

Varenna to Zurich by ferry, bus, and train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

CHF 66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323.5 km
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Varenna Esino to Zuerich Hb via Monza and Chiasso in around 4h 53m.

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