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.