- Must visit
Tempio Voltiano
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, Como’s most famous scientist, exhibiting instruments and documents related to electricity.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rapallo to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rapallo to Como will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Rapallo for Como on Sat, Jun 20, 2 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 trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 53 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 59 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 Rapallo to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Rapallo to Como:
A bus is $0.28 (€0.23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rapallo to Como costing on average $25 (€20).
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 3h 19m versus 2h 39m 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 Rapallo to Como trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale TRENORD 2926 · Regionale TRENORD 2121 | 4:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h23 | 9:14 AM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale TRENORD 2926 · Regionale TRENORD 2121 | 4:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h17 | 9:08 AM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale TRENORD 25510 | 4:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h32 | 9:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · S9 TRENORD 24924 · S11 TRENORD 25026 | 4:51 AM Rapallo station | 4h19 | 9:10 AM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TRENORD 25510 | 6:01 AM Rapallo station | 3h22 | 9:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TRENORD 25510 · Regionale TRENORD 123 | 6:01 AM Rapallo station | 3h37 | 9:38 AM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 652+ Regionale TRENORD 25510 · Regionale TRENORD 123 | 6:01 AM Rapallo station | 3h43 | 9:44 AM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 22820+ Intercity 653+ Regionale TRENORD 25512 | 6:08 AM Rapallo station | 4h15 | 10:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3360 · Regionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale TRENORD 25514 | 6:41 AM Rapallo station | 4h42 | 11:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 25514 · Regionale TRENORD 131 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 4h05 | 11:38 AM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 25514 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 3h50 | 11:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale TRENORD 25514 · Regionale TRENORD 131 | 7:33 AM Rapallo station | 4h11 | 11:44 AM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale Veloce 3028 · Regionale TRENORD 25522 | 10:54 AM Rapallo station | 4h29 | 3:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 89512+ Intercity 745+ Regionale TRENORD 25524 | 12:02 PM Rapallo station | 4h21 | 4:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3266 · Regionale Veloce 3032 · Regionale TRENORD 25526 | 12:42 PM Rapallo station | 4h41 | 5:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 25526 · Regionale TRENORD 159 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h57 | 5:38 PM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 25526 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h42 | 5:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale TRENORD 25526 · Regionale TRENORD 159 | 1:41 PM Rapallo station | 4h03 | 5:44 PM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12398 · Regionale Veloce 3021 · Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 2:10 PM Rapallo station | 5h13 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 · Regionale TRENORD 173 | 3:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h57 | 7:38 PM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 · Regionale TRENORD 173 | 3:41 PM Rapallo station | 4h03 | 7:44 PM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 3:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h42 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 510 · Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 4:00 PM Rapallo station | 4h23 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+ Intercity 635+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 4:25 PM Rapallo station | 3h58 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3274 · Regionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 4:42 PM Rapallo station | 4h41 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 680+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h42 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 680+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 · Regionale TRENORD 183 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 4h03 | 9:44 PM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 680+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 · Regionale TRENORD 183 | 5:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h57 | 9:38 PM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 12438+ Intercity 681+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 6:06 PM Rapallo station | 4h17 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3278 · Regionale Veloce 3044 · Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 6:42 PM Rapallo station | 4h41 | 11:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 684+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 · Regionale TRENORD 191 | 7:41 PM Rapallo station | 4h03 | 11:44 PM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 684+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 · Regionale TRENORD 191 | 7:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h57 | 11:38 PM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 684+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 7:41 PM Rapallo station | 3h42 | 11:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rapallo to Como run on average 25 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 20:46. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 4:14 AM |
Last train 8:46 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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