getting to lake como

Recommended airports

  • Milan Malpensa (MXP) — best for most international flights.

  • Milan Linate (LIN) — convenient for European connections.

  • Bergamo (BGY) — useful for some low-cost carriers.

train to varenna

Take a train from Milan to Varenna-Esino.

  • Travel time: approximately 1 hour

  • Destination station: Varenna-Esino

  • From station to hotel: approximately 5–10 minutes by taxi or a short walk, depending on where you are staying.

ferries

Varenna is connected by ferry to Bellagio and Menaggio, making it easy to explore the lake during your stay.

You do not need a ferry to access Varenna by train from Milan.