- Recommended
Tempio Voltiano
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, Como’s most famous scientist, with historic instruments and exhibits on electricity in a lakeside neoclassical building.
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
6 h 58 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Como will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Como without transferring at least once.
InterCityNotte 798+
Regionale TRENORD 2922 · Regionale TRENORD 1115
InterCityNotte 798+
S11 TRENORD 25022
InterCityNotte 798+
Regionale TRENORD 2922 · Regionale TRENORD 1115
Intercity 590+
S12 TRENORD 25672 · Regionale TRENORD 2185
Intercity 590+
Regionale TRENORD 25536
9948+
Regionale TRENORD 25534
9958+
Regionale TRENORD 25536
9940+
Regionale TRENORD 25530
8182+
Regionale TRENORD 25526
8184+
Regionale TRENORD 25528Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $66.
Distance: 318 miles (513 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $156 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 11m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Rome to Como:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Como costing on average $71 (€58).
A bus is $124 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Como costing on average $156 (€128).
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 51m.
Bus takes on average 8h 41m.
Tickets start at around $71 (€58) compared to roughly $186 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $116 (€95). The journey takes 6h 51m versus 6h 46m 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 to Como trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9912+ Regionale TRENORD 25520 | On time 5:15 AM Rome Termini | 9h08 | 2:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9912+ Regionale TRENORD 25516 | On time 5:15 AM Rome Termini | 7h08 | 12:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9912+ Regionale TRENORD 25518 | On time 5:15 AM Rome Termini | 8h08 | 1:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8106+ Regionale TRENORD 25522 | On time 6:10 AM Rome Termini | 9h13 | 3:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8106+ Regionale TRENORD 25520 | On time 6:10 AM Rome Termini | 8h13 | 2:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8106+ Regionale TRENORD 25518 | On time 6:10 AM Rome Termini | 7h13 | 1:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8182+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 10:25 AM Rome Termini | 7h58 | 6:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8182+ Regionale TRENORD 25526 | 10:25 AM Rome Termini | 6h58 | 5:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8182+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 10:25 AM Rome Termini | 8h58 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8184+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 11:25 AM Rome Termini | 7h58 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8184+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 11:25 AM Rome Termini | 6h58 | 6:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8184+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 11:25 AM Rome Termini | 8h58 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 2185 · S12 TRENORD 25672 | 11:41 AM Rome Ostiense | 10h33 | 10:14 PM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 11:41 AM Rome Ostiense | 10h42 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ S12 TRENORD 25672 · Regionale TRENORD 2185 | 11:41 AM Rome Ostiense | 10h27 | 10:08 PM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
9940+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 12:25 PM Rome Termini | 8h58 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9940+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 12:25 PM Rome Termini | 6h58 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9940+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 12:25 PM Rome Termini | 7h58 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8944+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 1:25 PM Rome Termini | 7h58 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8944+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 1:25 PM Rome Termini | 8h58 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
8944+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 1:25 PM Rome Termini | 6h58 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9948+ Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 2:25 PM Rome Termini | 6h58 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9948+ Regionale TRENORD 2978 · S11 TRENORD 25078 | 2:25 PM Rome Termini | 7h45 | 10:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
9948+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 2:25 PM Rome Termini | 7h58 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9958+ Regionale TRENORD 2982 · S11 TRENORD 25082 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 7h45 | 11:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
9958+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 6h58 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
9958+ Regionale TRENORD 2844 · Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 3:25 PM Rome Termini | 7h58 | 11:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TRENORD 2922 · Regionale TRENORD 1115 | 11:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 8h22 | 8:14 AM Como Lago | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 798+ Regionale TRENORD 1115 · Regionale TRENORD 2922 | 11:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 8h16 | 8:08 AM Como Borghi | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 798+ S11 TRENORD 25022 | 11:52 PM Rome Ostiense | 8h18 | 8:10 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Rome to Como run on average 51 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 3h 39m.
Distance 318 miles (513 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 51 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 39m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Como — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Como trip today.
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, Como’s most famous scientist, with historic instruments and exhibits on electricity in a lakeside neoclassical building.
The city art gallery with paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts spanning medieval to modern periods. A strong choice for understanding local artistic heritage.
A contemporary public art installation by Daniel Libeskind on the waterfront, inspired by Volta’s electric battery. It has become one of Como’s most photographed modern sights.
The lakeside promenade is the city’s classic walking area, ideal for views, people-watching, and easy access to major waterfront sights.
The central square beside the cathedral and Broletto, forming the symbolic heart of historic Como and a natural starting point for sightseeing.
The old walled center is filled with narrow streets, shops, churches, and elegant facades, making it the best area for wandering on foot.
Creamy risotto topped with lightly fried Lake Como perch fillets, one of the area’s signature dishes tied to the lake’s fishing tradition.
Rich local polenta finished with butter, cheese, garlic, and sage. It is a hearty mountain-lake dish strongly associated with Como and nearby valleys.
Salted and sun-dried lake fish, traditionally grilled and served with polenta. A historic specialty of Lake Como with deep local roots.
Well-regarded traditional restaurant in the Como area with a romantic setting and strong reputation for regional dishes and polished service.
Historic Como restaurant known for upscale Italian cooking, quality ingredients, and an intimate atmosphere suitable for a special dinner.
Elegant, long-established restaurant in central Como known for refined Lombard cuisine, lake fish dishes, and a classic formal atmosphere.
More expensive than many Italian towns due to lake tourism. Budget dining exists, but hotels and waterfront restaurants cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 in cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated. Round up taxis.
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Como San Giovanni, Como -> Como City Center, Como
Traveling between Rome and Como is a delightful experience, thanks to the efficient train connections available. You can choose from several providers including Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, and Italo. These trains offer comfortable seating and scenic views as you journey through Italy's beautiful landscapes. Whether you're looking for speed or a more leisurely ride, there's an option that suits your travel style perfectly!
The train connection from Rome to Como takes approximately 3 hours and 10 minutes, with a total of 12 connections available per day. This route is not direct, requiring one transfer during the journey.
The first daily train from Rome to Como departs at 04:40 AM, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the beautiful landscapes of Northern Italy. The last journey of the day leaves at 10:55 PM, allowing visitors ample time to enjoy their adventures before returning in the evening.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection between Rome and Como is €33. The average ticket price typically hovers around €61, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these beautiful Italian cities.
The Como Cathedral, or Duomo di Como, is a stunning example of Gothic architecture that took nearly 400 years to complete, with its construction beginning in the late 14th century. This magnificent structure not only serves as a spiritual center for the community but also showcases intricate sculptures and beautiful stained glass windows that tell stories from both religious and local history. As you step inside, you'll be captivated by the grandeur of its nave and the serene atmosphere that invites reflection.
Villa Olmo stands out as an exquisite neoclassical villa built in the late 18th century, renowned for its elegant façade adorned with striking frescoes and lush gardens overlooking Lake Como. Historically significant as a venue for aristocratic gatherings and cultural events, it now hosts art exhibitions and public functions while offering visitors breathtaking views of both nature and architectural beauty. Don’t miss exploring its expansive grounds where you can stroll among centuries-old trees amidst vibrant flowerbeds.
The Funicolare Brunate offers an exhilarating ride up to Brunate village while providing panoramic vistas of Lake Como’s shimmering waters below; this funicular railway has been delighting passengers since it opened in 1894. The journey itself is part of what makes this landmark unique—climbing steep inclines through picturesque landscapes allows travelers to appreciate how dramatically different life feels at higher altitudes compared to lakeside towns like Como. Once at the top, take time to explore charming streets lined with historic villas before soaking in some truly unforgettable views!
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

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