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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Varese is to bus and train which costs €13 - €19 and takes 4h 25m.

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 €29 - €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 via Malpensa Aeroporto T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

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 43m.

How far is it from Genoa to Varese?

The distance between Genoa and Varese is 190 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 43m and costs €15 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m 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 43m and costs €15 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Genoa to Varese bus arrive?

Genoa to Varese bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan 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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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 43m
€16–36
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa Piazza della Vittoria to Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivalsbus Itabus
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Varesetrain S50
4h 25m
€13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Milanbus 495 / ...
2. Take the bus from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Varesebus Bus
4h 20m
Drive 193.7 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Varesecar 193.7 km
2h 1m
€30–43
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 44m
€16–37

Genoa to Varese by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190.4 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Varese via Milan and Malpensa Aeroporto T1 in around 4h 20m.

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