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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Varese is to bus and train which costs €28 - €50 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Varese is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Varese?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Varese. However, there are services departing from Nice-Ville and arriving at Varese Nord via Ventimiglia, Pavia and Milano Bovisa Politecnico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Nice to Varese?

The distance between Nice and Varese is 390 km. The road distance is 368.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Varese without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 6m and costs €28 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Nice to Varese, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Varese train from?

Nice to Varese train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Where does the Nice to Varese train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nice to Varese?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Varese is 369 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Nice to Varese.

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

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Where can I stay near Varese?

There are 6027+ hotels available in Varese.

Nice to Varese - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nice to Varese by bus, train, train (Trenitalia), or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Nice to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus N456 / ...
2. Take the train from Rho Fiera Milano to Varesetrain S5 / ...
7h 6m
€29–47
Train via Pavia
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia 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 / ...
7h 34m
€32–63
Drive 368.8 km
1. Drive from Nice to Varesecar 368.8 km
3h 48m
€59–85
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Gallaratetrain 3087
8h 18m
€42–84

Nice to Varese by bus, subway, and train

11Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 390.1 km
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Varese, Italy?

You can take a train from Nice-Ville to Varese Nord via Ventimiglia, Pavia, and Milano Bovisa Politecnico in around 7h 34m.

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