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Pinacoteca Civica di Como
Civic art gallery with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning Lombard and local Como history.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
4 h 33 m
Average duration
4 h 37 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
514 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni without transferring at least 2 times.
InterCityNotte 798+
S11 TRENORD 25222
Intercity 590+
Regionale TRENORD 25532
FRECCIAROSSA 9308+
S11 TRENORD 25048
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+
S11 TRENORD 25040
FRECCIAROSSA 9326+
S11 TRENORD 25084
Regionale Veloce 4105+
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+
Regionale TRENORD 25534
Regionale Veloce 4153+
FRECCIAROSSA 9636+
Regionale TRENORD 25526
Regionale Veloce 4093+
FRECCIAROSSA 9606+
Regionale TRENORD 25512
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 · FRECCIAROSSA 8814+
Regionale TRENORD 25522
FRECCIAROSSA 9308 · FRECCIAROSSA 9806+
Regionale TRENORD 25520Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 319 miles (514 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$68 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $141 Average price | $192 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni:
A bus is $38 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni costing on average $68 (€55).
A bus is $111 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni costing on average $141 (€114).
Other travel options to Como San Giovanni take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 3m.
Bus takes on average 8h 25m.
Tickets start at around $68 (€55) compared to roughly $192 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $124 (€100). The journey takes 7h 3m versus 6h 48m 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 Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
InterCityNotte 798+ S11 TRENORD 25222 | 11:51 PM Rome Tiburtina | 8h19 | 8:10 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
Regionale Veloce 4093+ FRECCIAROSSA 9606+ Regionale TRENORD 25512 | 5:50 AM Rome Tiburtina | 4h33 | 10:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ S11 TRENORD 25040 | 7:35 AM Rome Tiburtina | 5h05 | 12:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308+ S11 TRENORD 25048 | 9:35 AM Rome Tiburtina | 5h05 | 2:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9308 · FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ Regionale TRENORD 25520 | 9:35 AM Rome Tiburtina | 4h48 | 2:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 · FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ Regionale TRENORD 25522 | 10:45 AM Rome Tiburtina | 4h38 | 3:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 7h40 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 4153+ FRECCIAROSSA 9636+ Regionale TRENORD 25526 | 12:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h33 | 5:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 4105+ FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 4:50 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h33 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326+ S11 TRENORD 25084 | 6:35 PM Rome Tiburtina | 5h05 | 11:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome Tiburtina to Como San Giovanni run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:50, the last at 22:51. The fastest train covers the 319 miles (514 km) distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 319 miles (514 km) |
Average train duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 3:50 AM |
Last train 10:51 PM |
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Discover the best of Como S. Giovanni — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Como S. Giovanni trip today.
Civic art gallery with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning Lombard and local Como history.
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, exhibiting scientific instruments and documents about the inventor born in Como.
Specialized museum on Como’s silk industry, with machinery, textiles, and insight into local craftsmanship.
Scenic lakefront promenade ideal for walking, relaxing, and classic views across Lake Como.
Historic square around the cathedral and Broletto, central to any first visit to Como.
Busy waterfront square linking the lake, ferry area, and old town, with iconic postcard views.
Creamy risotto topped with lake perch fillets, one of Lake Como's signature dishes and a classic local favorite.
Sun-dried, salted agoni fish from Lake Como, usually grilled and served with polenta; a historic fishermen's specialty.
Rich polenta finished with butter, local cheese, garlic, and sage, traditional in the Como area and Alpine Lombardy.
Well-known lakeside restaurant near Como, popular for seafood, lake fish, and romantic views in an upscale setting.
Established local favorite with a rustic style, known for grilled meats, regional specialties, and warm service.
Elegant, long-established restaurant in central Como known for refined Italian and Lombard cuisine in a classic setting.
Prices are higher than in many Italian towns, especially near the lake and station. Budget options exist, but hotels and tourist dining raise average costs.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated. Round up taxi fares.
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