What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Colico?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Colico is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Colico?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Colico is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Colico?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich to Colico. However, there are services departing from Zürich and arriving at Colico via Cassarate, Lido, Castagnola, Posta and Menaggio Piazza Roma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Colico?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Colico. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Colico via Como S.Giovanni and Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Zurich to Colico?

The distance between Zurich and Colico is 317 km. The road distance is 235.1 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Colico without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Colico without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €80 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Colico?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Zurich to Colico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Colico bus from?

Zurich to Colico bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Zürich station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Colico train from?

Zurich to Colico train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Colico?

The best way to get from Zurich to Colico is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Como, which costs €40 - €100 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Zurich to Colico bus arrive?

Zurich to Colico bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Zurich to Colico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Colico?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Colico is 235 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Zurich to Colico.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Colico?

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Where can I stay near Colico?

There are 3671+ hotels available in Colico.

Zurich to Colico - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Zurich to Colico by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovannitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Monza to Colicotrain Re 8 / ...
5h 21m
€80–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Luganobus
8h 2m
€33–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Lugano to Menaggio Piazza Romabus C12
3. Take the bus from Menaggio Piazza Roma to Colicobus C10
6h 1m
€75–129
Drive 235.1 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Colicocar 235.1 km
3h 2m
€41–59
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Colicotrain
5h 32m
€87–227
Bus via Como
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Chiassobus
2. Take the bus from Como San Giovanni Stazione FS to Menaggio Piazza Romabus C10
7h 10m
€40–98

Zurich to Colico by train

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 316.9 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Colico, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Colico via Como S.Giovanni and Monza in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zürich to Colico via Chiasso, Chiasso, Como S. Giovanni, Como San Giovanni Stazione FS, and Menaggio Piazza Roma in around 7h 10m.

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