The cheapest and fastest trains from Como to Zurich
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$111
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 13 trains that leave Como for Zurich on Wed, May 20, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 20 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Wed, May 20 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
EuroCity 224:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni7:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 161:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni4:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 3012:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni3:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 267:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni10:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 366:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni9:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 224:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni7:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 161:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni4:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 3012:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni3:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 267:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni10:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
EuroCity 366:51 PM2h36Como San Giovanni9:27 PMZurich HB$1111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Como to Zurich
Omio 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)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$111 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $241 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m 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) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 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 $214 (€173) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Zurich costing on average $241 (€195).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 21m.
Bus takes on average 4h 7m.
Tickets start at around $111 (€90) compared to roughly $107 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-3.91 (€-3.16). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 3h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Como to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Zurich trains for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 16 | 1:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 4:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 32 | 2:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 20 | 3:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 22 | 4:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 24 | 5:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 36 | 6:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 26 | 7:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 28 | 8:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 11:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 20 | |||||
EuroCity 10 | 7:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 10:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 12 | 8:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 14 | 9:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 12:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 150 | 11:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 30 | 12:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Como to Zurich
Trains from Como to Zurich run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Como to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Como and Zurich from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Como to Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como to Zurich by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Como to Zurich
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
- Located near the station.
- Como Caffe
- Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
- Palace Hotel
- Hotel Borgovico
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- On the ground level.
- Bus lines: C10, C30, D10
- Train lines: S11, R18, SBB Regio, SBB EC
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Villa Flori
- Albergo Firenze
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single hall with access to platforms and ticket machines.
- Bus: Line 7
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Ristorante Sociale
- Osteria del Gallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Albergo Terminus Hotel
- Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to various towns around Lake Como
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
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