- Must visit
Tempio Voltiano
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, Como’s most famous scientist, exhibiting instruments and documents related to electricity.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$74
Fastest journey
8 h 55 m
Average duration
9 h 7 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Como will cost around $74 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 15 buses that leave Rome for Como on Sat, Jun 20, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 513 km distance in an average of 9 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 55 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 9 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 318 miles (513 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price Cheapest | $71 Average price | $157 Average price | $187 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Como:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Como costing on average $71 (€58).
A bus is $125 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Como costing on average $157 (€128).
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 8h 41m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $187 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $155 (€127). The journey takes 8h 41m versus 6h 46m 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 Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 09:17PM | Duration 6h27 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Como buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 11:40 PM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h10 | 11:55 PM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 10h05 | 7:50 AM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 1 transfer | |
2494 | 10:15 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h40 | 7:55 AM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 8h55 | 7:55 AM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
054 | 11:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h15 | 8:15 AM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 12h15 | 11:50 AM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h00 | 11:50 AM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h40 | 11:30 AM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h35 | 11:50 AM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h55 | 6:25 PM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h35 | 8:15 PM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 9h20 | 8:00 PM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 10h35 | 11:40 PM Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 10h50 | 11:55 PM Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome to Como run on average 11 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:51. The fastest bus covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 318 miles (513 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Como — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Como trip today.
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, Como’s most famous scientist, exhibiting instruments and documents related to electricity.
Como’s main civic art gallery, with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning local and Lombard history.
Specialized museum on Como’s silk industry, a defining part of the city’s identity, with machinery, textiles, and fashion-related exhibits.
The lakeside promenade is the city’s signature walking area, ideal for views, photos, and an easy introduction to Como.
Como’s main waterfront square, lively and central, with classic lake views and direct access to the historic center.
A highly popular ride and hill area for panoramic views over Como and the lake, especially favored for social-media photos.
Creamy risotto topped with fillets of Lake Como perch, one of the area’s signature dishes and a classic of local home cooking.
Rich mountain-style polenta finished with butter, local cheese, garlic, and sage; a traditional specialty of the Como area.
Salted and sun-dried lake fish, usually shad, grilled and served with polenta; an old fishermen’s dish strongly tied to Lake Como.
Well-known traditional venue near Como, famous for hearty local cuisine, grilled meats, polenta, and rustic atmosphere.
Established central Como restaurant known for refined Lombard cuisine, lake fish, and an elegant but welcoming atmosphere.
Historic osteria in Como’s old town, appreciated for traditional regional dishes, local wines, and intimate character.
Moderate for Italy. Lakefront dining and hotels cost more, while local cafes and trattorias are reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares slightly.
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Como San Giovanni Railway Station, Como -> Piazza Cavour, Como
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Como by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Como, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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