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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Varese is to bus which costs €17 - €30 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Varese is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Varese?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Varese. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Varese - Stazione FNM via Grandate - Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Varese?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Varese. However, there are services departing from Genova Brignole and arriving at Varese Nord via Pavia and Milano Bovisa Politecnico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Genoa to Varese?

The distance between Genoa and Varese is 191 km. The road distance is 193.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Varese without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €13 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Genoa to Varese, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Varese bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Genoa to Varese train from?

Genoa to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova Brignole station.

Train or bus from Genoa to Varese?

The best way to get from Genoa to Varese is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs €13 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €30 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Genoa to Varese bus arrive?

Genoa to Varese bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Como Grandate station.

Where does the Genoa to Varese train arrive?

Genoa to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Pavia station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Varese?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Varese is 194 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Genoa to Varese.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Genoa to Varese?

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Where can I stay near Varese?

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Genoa to Varese - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Paviatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Pavia to Milano Bovisa Politecnicotrain S13
3. Take the train from Milano Bovisa Politecnico to Varese Nordtrain R22 / ...
3h 40m
€14–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Como Grandatebus 495
2. Take the bus from Grandate - Stazione to Varese - Stazione FNMbus C177
5h 28m
€17–29
Drive 193.7 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Varesecar 193.7 km
2h 1m
€30–44
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Paviatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Pavia to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S13 / ...
3. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Varesetrain S5 / ...
3h 42m
€14–39
Train #2
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centraletrain 9998
2. Take the train from Milano Repubblica to Varesetrain S5
3h 51m
€24–43

Genoa to Varese by train

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3h 40mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 190.5 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Varese Nord via Pavia and Milano Bovisa Politecnico in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Varese - Stazione FNM via Grandate - Stazione in around 5h 28m.

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