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Pinacoteca Civica di Como
Pinacoteca Civica di Como displays paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a former palace.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
5 h 53 m
Average duration
6 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Como will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lucca for Como on Tue, Aug 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 6 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 53 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 7 h 24 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $29, and a bus costs an average of $29.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lucca to Como:
A train is $3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Lucca to Como costing on average $46.
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 25m.
Tickets start at around $44 compared to roughly $109 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $65. The journey takes 5h 4m versus 3h 37m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lucca to Como trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18614 · Regionale 2294 · S11 TRENORD 25038 | 5:35 AM Lucca station | 6h35 | 12:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34085+ Intercity 580+ Regionale TRENORD 25518 | 6:49 AM Lucca station | 6h34 | 1:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34087+ FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ S11 TRENORD 25040 | 7:17 AM Lucca station | 5h23 | 12:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34089+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516+ Regionale TRENORD 25518 | 7:30 AM Lucca station | 5h53 | 1:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34097+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ S11 TRENORD 25052 | 10:25 AM Lucca station | 5h15 | 3:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34098+ Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 2:42 PM Lucca station | 7h41 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34115+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 4:41 PM Lucca station | 5h42 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 34117+ FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 5:32 PM Lucca station | 5h51 | 11:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Lucca to Como run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 but you can travel from only $29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 5h 53m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 5h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 5h 53m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 7:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Pinacoteca Civica di Como displays paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a former palace.
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Como San Giovanni -> Piazza Cavour, Como
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucca to Como 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 Como, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lucca to Como trains use the Lucca to Como S. Giovanni station pair, with some services arriving at Como Camerlata. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lucca has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como S. Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Como Caffe
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Camerlata is 2 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como Camerlata has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Como Camerlata.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Camerlata.
Available at Como Camerlata: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Camerlata: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Camerlata: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Como Camerlata, Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze.
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