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

The cheapest way to get from Zermatt to Varenna is to train and ferry which costs €55 - €140 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zermatt to Varenna is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €65 - €150.

Is there a direct train between Zermatt and Varenna?

No, there is no direct train from Zermatt to Varenna. However, there are services departing from Zermatt and arriving at Varenna Esino via Brig, Domodossola and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Zermatt to Varenna?

The distance between Zermatt and Varenna is 272 km.

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

The best way to get from Zermatt to Varenna without a car is to train which takes 7h 13m and costs €65 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Zermatt to Varenna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zermatt to Varenna train from?

Zermatt to Varenna train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, depart from Zermatt station.

Where does the Zermatt to Varenna train arrive?

Zermatt to Varenna train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, arrive at Brig Bahnhofplatz station.

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

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Where can I stay near Varenna?

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Zermatt to Varenna - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Zermatt to Varenna by train (Trenitalia), train, ferry, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zermatt to Brig Bahnhofplatztrain R42 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Milano Centraletrain Ec
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Varenna Esinotrain Re8
7h 13m
€70–150
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zermatt to Brig Bahnhofplatztrain R42 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
9h 6m
€57–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zermatt, Bahnhof to St. Moritztrain 904 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Moritz, Bahnhof to Chiavenna, Stazionebus 604 / ...
12h 4m

Zermatt to Varenna by train

2Weekly Trains

7h 13mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 271.9 km
Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a train from Zermatt to Varenna Esino via Brig Bahnhofplatz, Brig, Domodossola, and Milano Centrale in around 7h 13m.

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