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

The cheapest way to get from Varese to Pontresina is to bus which costs SFr 15 - SFr 27 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varese to Pontresina is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Varese and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct bus from Varese to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Lugano, Stazione Nord and arriving at Pontresina, Post via Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Varese and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct train from Varese to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Varese Nord and arriving at Surovas via Saronno, Monza and Tirano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Varese to Pontresina?

The distance between Varese and Pontresina is 174 km. The road distance is 160.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Varese to Pontresina without a car is to bus via Mendrisio which takes 5h 38m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Varese to Pontresina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varese to Pontresina bus from?

Varese to Pontresina bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, depart from Lugano, Stazione Nord station.

Where do I catch the Varese to Pontresina train from?

Varese to Pontresina train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Monza station.

Train or bus from Varese to Pontresina?

The best way to get from Varese to Pontresina is to bus via Mendrisio which takes 5h 38m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Varese to Pontresina bus arrive?

Varese to Pontresina bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, arrive at Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins station.

Where does the Varese to Pontresina train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varese to Pontresina?

Yes, the driving distance between Varese to Pontresina is 160 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Varese to Pontresina.

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

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

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Bus via Mendrisio
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtinsbus 631
5h 38m
CHF 15–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Varese to Bellinzonatrain S50
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis, Bahnhofbus 171
3. Take the train from Thusis to Samedantrain R38 / ...
6h 19m
Drive 160.4 km
1. Drive from Varese to Pontresinacar 160.4 km
3h 1m
CHF 27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtinsbus 631
5h 40m
CHF 15–26
Train
1. Take the train from Monza to Tiranotrain Re8
2. Take the train from Tirano to Surovastrain R19 / ...
7h 55m

Varese to Pontresina by train and bus

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Distance: 174 km
Duration: 5h 38m

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

PostAuto AG operates a bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins once daily. Tickets cost CHF 10–14 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Varese Nord to Surovas via Saronno, Monza, and Tirano in around 7h 55m.

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