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Kunsthaus Zürich
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major Swiss and European works from the Middle Ages to contemporary art. A top choice for visitors interested in fine art.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Como to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Zurich will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Como to Zurich without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $90.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $242 Average price | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Como to Zurich:
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como to Zurich costing on average $111 (€90).
A bus is $215 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Zurich costing on average $242 (€195).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€22) compared to roughly $108 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $80 (€65). The journey takes 4h 7m versus 3h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Calanda Viaggi.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Como to Zurich buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:20 AM Como | 3h00 | 9:20 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Como | 2h40 | 10:40 AM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Como | 3h10 | 3:50 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:40 PM Como | 3h00 | 9:40 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Como | 2h30 | 11:00 PM Zurich | 0 transfersDirect |
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Buses from Como to Zurich run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Among Europe's priciest cities. Hotels, dining, and drinks are costly; public transport is efficient but not cheap.
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