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Cologne to Varese trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cologne and Varese takes 9h 40m and the fastest train takes 8h. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Varese. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

9h 40m
Duration
781 km
Distance
€196
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Basel SBBtrain train 43 / ...
  2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain train Ec
  3. Take the train from Bellinzona to Varesetrain train S50
8h 59m
€77–464

Cologne to Varese train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cologne and Varese. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Varese at 10:54 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 9h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 781.2 km
  • Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Varese, Italy?

You can take a train from Köln Hbf to Varese via Basel SBB and Bellinzona in around 8h 59m.

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