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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
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
14
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stresa station 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 Stresa station to Como San Giovanni will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
It's difficult to get from Stresa station to Como San Giovanni without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stresa station to Como San Giovanni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $25.
Distance: 26 miles (43 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Stresa station to Como San Giovanni:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stresa station to Como San Giovanni costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Como San Giovanni take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 28m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3 (€3). The journey takes 2h 28m versus 1h 5m 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 Stresa station to Como San Giovanni trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2419 · Regionale TRENORD 25516 | 9:22 AM Stresa station | 3h01 | 12:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10203 · S11 TRENORD 25044 | 10:45 AM Stresa station | 2h55 | 1:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10203 · Regionale TRENORD 25843 · Regionale TRENORD 25518 | 10:45 AM Stresa station | 2h38 | 1:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 10207 · S11 TRENORD 25052 | 12:45 PM Stresa station | 2h55 | 3:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2407 · Regionale TRENORD 25524 | 1:22 PM Stresa station | 3h01 | 4:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10201 · S11 TRENORD 25060 | 2:45 PM Stresa station | 2h55 | 5:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2431 · Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 3:22 PM Stresa station | 3h01 | 6:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2433 · Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 4:22 PM Stresa station | 3h01 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10235 · S11 TRENORD 25068 | 4:45 PM Stresa station | 2h55 | 7:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2435 · Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 5:22 PM Stresa station | 3h01 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2437 · Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 6:22 PM Stresa station | 3h01 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10239 · S11 TRENORD 25076 | 6:45 PM Stresa station | 2h55 | 9:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10239 · Regionale TRENORD 25875 · Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 6:45 PM Stresa station | 2h38 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2439 · Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 7:22 PM Stresa station | 3h01 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2439+ UrbV Urb+ S11 TRENORD 25078 | 7:22 PM Stresa station | 2h48 | 10:10 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 10243 · S11 TRENORD 25084 | 8:45 PM Stresa station | 2h55 | 11:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 10243 · Regionale TRENORD 25883 · Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 8:45 PM Stresa station | 2h38 | 11:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2443+ UrbV Urb+ S11 TRENORD 25192 | 9:22 PM Stresa station | 2h48 | 12:10 AM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 7 | |||||
![]() | 5:23 AM Stresa station | 2h00 | 7:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:23 AM Stresa station | 2h00 | 8:23 AM Como San Giovanni | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Stresa station | 2h05 | 8:50 AM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Stresa station to Como San Giovanni run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (43 km) distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 26 miles (43 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 6:45 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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