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 45 - SFr 70 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 45 - SFr 70.

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 5h 23m.

How far is it from Varenna to Zurich?

The distance between Varenna and Zurich is 386 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 which takes 5h 12m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m 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?

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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 (Trenitalia), car, train, or plane

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Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Menaggioferry
2. Take the bus from Menaggio Piazza Roma to Como San Giovannibus
3. Take the bus from Como to ZÜRICH, Carparkplatz am Sihlquaibus
5h 12m
CHF 73–106
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Monzatrain Re8 / ...
2. Take the train from Chiasso to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 23m
CHF 47–94
Drive 254.8 km
1. Drive from Varenna to Zurichcar 254.8 km
3h 22m
CHF 49–71
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
5h 50m
CHF 77–187
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Bellagioferry
2. Take the bus from Bellagio Lido to Como San Giovannibus
3. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
5h 33m
CHF 69–114
Line 17 ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Comoferry 17 / ...
2. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
5h 58m
CHF 53–102

Varenna to Zurich by train

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Distance: 385.8 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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 5h 23m.

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