What is the cheapest way to get from Como to Pontresina?

The cheapest way to get from Como to Pontresina is to ferry and bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Como to Pontresina?

The fastest way to get from Como to Pontresina is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct bus between Como and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct bus from Como to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Como San Giovanni Stazione FS and arriving at Pontresina, Post via Menaggio Piazza Roma, Dongo, piazza Paracchini and Sils/Segl Maria, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Como and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Como S.Giovanni and arriving at Surovas via Monza and Tirano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Como to Pontresina?

The distance between Como and Pontresina is 146 km. The road distance is 149.1 km.

How do I travel from Como to Pontresina without a car?

The best way to get from Como to Pontresina without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 5h 10m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 30.

How long does it take to get from Como to Pontresina?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Como to Pontresina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Pontresina bus from?

Como to Pontresina bus services, operated by ASF Autolinee S.r.l., depart from Como San Giovanni Stazione FS station.

Where do I catch the Como to Pontresina train from?

Como to Pontresina train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Monza station.

Train or bus from Como to Pontresina?

The best way to get from Como to Pontresina is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Como to Pontresina bus arrive?

Como to Pontresina bus services, operated by ASF Autolinee S.r.l., arrive at Menaggio Piazza Roma station.

Where does the Como to Pontresina train arrive?

Como to Pontresina train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Tirano station.

Can I drive from Como to Pontresina?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Pontresina is 149 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Como to Pontresina.

How do I get a train ticket from Como to Pontresina?

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Where can I stay near Pontresina?

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Como to Pontresina - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Como to Pontresina by ferry, bus, train, 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.

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Como to Menaggioferry 16 / ...
2. Take the bus from Menaggio, Hotel Bellavista to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtinsbus 631
5h 10m
CHF 21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Como Piazza del Popolo to Lecco Stazione FSbus C40
2. Take the train from Lecco to Tiranotrain S7
3. Take the train from Tirano to Pontresinatrain Re9 / ...
6h 43m
Drive 149.1 km
1. Drive from Como to Pontresinacar 149.1 km
2h 25m
CHF 24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como San Giovanni Stazione FS to Menaggio Piazza Romabus C10
2. Take the bus from Dongo, piazza Paracchini to Sils/Segl Maria, Postabus 631
6h 10m
CHF 27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Monza to Tiranotrain Trenord / ...
2. Take the train from Tirano to Surovastrain R19 / ...
6h 57m

Como to Pontresina by ferry, foot, and bus

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5h 10mAverage Duration

CHF 21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.3 km
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Pontresina, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Como San Giovanni Stazione FS to Pontresina, Post via Menaggio Piazza Roma, Dongo, piazza Paracchini, and Sils/Segl Maria, Posta in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Como S.Giovanni to Surovas via Monza and Tirano in around 6h 57m.

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