- Must visit
Tempio Voltiano
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, Como’s most famous scientist, exhibiting instruments and documents related to electricity.
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
8 h 34 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marseille to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Como will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
It's difficult to get from Marseille to Como without transferring at least 2 times.
6805+
Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+
86037
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Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+
86037
17475 · 86035+
Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006
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Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082
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Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+
86039
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+
Regionale TRENORD 25522
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Regionale TRENORD 25532+
Intercity 635+
86039
6173+
Regionale TRENORD 25536+
86047+
Intercity 681
6805+
Regionale TRENORD 25532+
Intercity 635+
86037
6173+
Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+
86047Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a train costs an average of $117.
Distance: 251 miles (405 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$189 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price | $182 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Marseille to Como:
A bus is $67 (€55) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Como costing on average $149 (€122).
A bus is $107 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Como costing on average $189 (€155).
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 25m.
Bus takes on average 9h 39m.
Tickets start at around $189 (€155) compared to roughly $182 (€149) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-6.36 (€-5.20). The journey takes 8h 25m versus 6h 21m 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 Marseille to Como trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 6140 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9281+ Regionale TRENORD 25522 | 6:49 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 8h34 | 3:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
17471+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+ 86025 | 7:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 14h52 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17471+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+ 86025 | 7:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 15h13 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17471+ Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532+ 86025 | 7:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 12h26 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17473 · 86029+ Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 8:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 11h26 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17473 · 86029+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 8:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 13h52 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17473+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+ 86029 | 8:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 14h13 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17475+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+ 86035 | 9:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 12h52 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17475 · 86035+ Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 9:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h26 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17475+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+ 86035 | 9:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 13h13 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
6805+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+ 86037 | 10:18 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 12h52 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
6805+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+ 86037 | 10:18 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 12h31 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
6805+ Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532+ 86037 | 10:18 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h05 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17477 · 86039+ Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 10:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 9h26 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17477 · 86039+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006 | 10:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 11h52 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17477+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+ 86039 | 10:57 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 12h13 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17479 · 86045+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082 | 11:56 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 11h14 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17479+ Intercity 681+ Regionale TRENORD 25536+ 86045 | 11:56 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h27 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
17479+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+ 86045 | 11:56 AM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h53 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
6173+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · S11 TRENORD 25082+ 86047 | 12:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h41 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
6173+ Regionale Veloce 3087 · TRENO DEL MARE TRENORD 3006+ 86047 | 12:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 10h20 | 10:49 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
6173+ Intercity 681+ Regionale TRENORD 25536+ 86047 | 12:29 PM Marseille Saint-Charles | 9h54 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Marseille to Como run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $117 (€96) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (405 km) distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 251 miles (405 km) |
Average train duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€96) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 8h 28m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 6:10 PM |
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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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