What is the cheapest way to get from Varese to Parma?

The cheapest way to get from Varese to Parma is to bus via Saronno which costs €15 - €24 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Varese to Parma?

The fastest way to get from Varese to Parma is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Varese and Parma?

No, there is no direct bus from Varese to Parma. However, there are services departing from Varese - Stazione FNM and arriving at Parma via Como Grandate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Varese and Parma?

No, there is no direct train from Varese to Parma. However, there are services departing from Varese Nord and arriving at Parma via Cadorna Fn M2 and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Varese to Parma?

The distance between Varese and Parma is 177 km. The road distance is 182.7 km.

How do I travel from Varese to Parma without a car?

The best way to get from Varese to Parma without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €18 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Varese to Parma?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Varese to Parma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varese to Parma bus from?

Varese to Parma bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Saronno station.

Where do I catch the Varese to Parma train from?

Varese to Parma train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Varese Nord station.

Train or bus from Varese to Parma?

The best way to get from Varese to Parma is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs €18 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €24 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Varese to Parma bus arrive?

Varese to Parma bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Parma station.

Where does the Varese to Parma train arrive?

Varese to Parma train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Milano Cadorna station.

Can I drive from Varese to Parma?

Yes, the driving distance between Varese to Parma is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Varese to Parma.

How do I get a train ticket from Varese to Parma?

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There are 5 ways to get from Varese to Parma by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Varese Nord to Milano Cadornatrain R22 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Parmatrain Fr
2h 42m
€19–38
Bus via Saronno
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saronno to Parmabus 518
4h 29m
€15–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varese - Stazione FNM to Grandate - Stazionebus C177
2. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Parmabus
4h 27m
€17–23
Drive 182.7 km
1. Drive from Varese to Parmacar 182.7 km
1h 57m
€30–42
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Varese to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Rogoredo to Parmatrain Ic
3h 42m
€18–60

Varese to Parma by train, subway, and foot

166Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.6 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Varese, Italy and Parma, Italy?

You can take a train from Varese Nord to Parma via Milano Cadorna, Cadorna Fn M2, Centrale Fs, and Milano Centrale in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varese - Stazione FNM to Parma via Como Grandate in around 4h 27m.

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