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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Como is to bus via Chiasso which costs €15 - €18 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Como is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €70 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Como?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai station and arriving at Como Piazzale San Gottardo. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Como?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Como S. Giovanni. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Zurich to Como?

The distance between Zurich and Como is 206 km. The road distance is 234.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Como without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €70 - €130.

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

The train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovanni takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Como bus from?

Zurich to Como bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Como train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Como?

The best way to get from Zurich to Como is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €22 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Zurich to Como bus arrive?

Zurich to Como bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Como Piazzale San Gottardo station.

Where does the Zurich to Como train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Como?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Como is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Zurich to Como.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Como?

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Zurich to Como - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Como 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
2h 35m
€70–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Como Piazzale San Gottardobus RegioJet 22
3h 45m
€14–22
Drive 234.5 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Comocar 234.5 km
2h 38m
€41–58
Fly, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Saronno to Como Lagotrain
3h 43m
€89–220
Bus via Chiasso
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Chiassobus
4h 15m
€16–18

Zurich to Como by train

86Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 206.4 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovanni every 2 hours. Tickets cost €70–130 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Como Piazzale San Gottardo once a week. Tickets cost €14–22 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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