Frankfurt am Main to Varese by train

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Overview: trains from Frankfurt am Main to Varese

Find the key information for travelling by train from Frankfurt am Main to Varese, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 09:50 View journey
Last train 18:50 View journey
Avg changes 4
Fastest journey 12hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 478
Trains / day 3 View all
Cheapest journey £134.41 View journey
Avg journey time 13hr 42m
Train operators 9

Travelling by train from Frankfurt am Main to Varese

Ready to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Varese by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Frankfurt am Main and Varese: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from £134.62, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Frankfurt am Main to Varese train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 14:50.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 18:50.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 09:50.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 18:50.

  • 3 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 1 hour and 21 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Varese?

This journey covers a total of 478 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 12 hours and 4 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Frankfurt am Main and Varese?

You can secure tickets for travel between Frankfurt am Main and Varese up to 5 and a half months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Frankfurt am Main to Varese

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Frankfurt am Main and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Varese city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Frankfurt am Main to Varese

Want to know more about your journey from Frankfurt am Main to Varese? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total distance between Frankfurt am Main and Varese by train is 478 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.