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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Como is to rideshare which costs €4 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Como is to drive which takes 28 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Como?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Como P.le S. Gottardo. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Como?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Como S. Giovanni. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Lugano to Como?

The distance between Lugano and Como is 30 km. The road distance is 31.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Como without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs €3 - €5.

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

The train from Lugano to Como S. Giovanni takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Como bus from?

Lugano to Como bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Como train from?

Lugano to Como train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Como?

The best way to get from Lugano to Como is to train which takes 33 min and costs €3 - €5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €5 - €20 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Lugano to Como bus arrive?

Lugano to Como bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Como P.le S. Gottardo station.

Where does the Lugano to Como train arrive?

Lugano to Como train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Como S. Giovanni station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Como?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Como is 32 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Lugano to Como.

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

Book your Lugano to Como train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lugano to Como?

Book your Lugano to Como bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Como?

There are 5009+ hotels available in Como.

Can I share a ride from Lugano to Como?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lugano and Como. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lugano to Como - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Como by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Lugano to Como by train

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Distance: 29.8 km
Duration: 33 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Como S. Giovanni hourly. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 33 min. Trenord S.r.l. also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Como P.le S. Gottardo twice daily. Tickets cost €5–20 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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