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

The cheapest way to get from Varenna to Colmar is to ferry and bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varenna to Colmar is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Varenna and Colmar?

No, there is no direct train from Varenna to Colmar. However, there are services departing from Varenna Esino and arriving at Colmar via Monza, Lugano, Zürich HB and Mulhouse Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Varenna to Colmar?

The distance between Varenna and Colmar is 408 km. The road distance is 407.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Varenna to Colmar without a car is to ferry and train which takes 8h 55m and costs €120 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Varenna to Colmar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varenna to Colmar train from?

Varenna to Colmar train services, operated by Trenord S.r.l., depart from Varenna Esino station.

Where does the Varenna to Colmar train arrive?

Varenna to Colmar train services, operated by Trenord S.r.l., arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Varenna to Colmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Varenna to Colmar is 408 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Varenna to Colmar.

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

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Where can I stay near Colmar?

There are 3101+ hotels available in Colmar.

Varenna to Colmar - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Varenna to Colmar by ferry, train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Bellagioferry
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Mulhousetrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Colmartrain Ter
8h 55m
€124–220
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Menaggioferry Sr121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lugano to Colmarbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 21m
€41–62
Drive 407.6 km
1. Drive from Varenna to Colmarcar 407.6 km
4h 37m
€63–91
Train
1. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Monzatrain R13
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain S11
3. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ec / ...
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Mulhousetrain Tgv
5. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to Colmartrain Ter
9h 21m
€93–169
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Varenna to Bellagioferry
2. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
3. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Colmarbus 108
9h 26m
€65–142

Varenna to Colmar by ferry, foot, bus, and train

41Weekly Services

8h 55mAverage Duration

€124Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Varenna to Colmar.

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Distance: 408.3 km
Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Varenna, Italy and Colmar, France?

You can take a train from Varenna Esino to Colmar via Monza, Lugano, Zürich HB, Mulhouse, and Mulhouse Ville in around 9h 21m.

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