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Pinacoteca Civica di Como
Pinacoteca Civica di Como displays paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a former palace.









Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
3h 11m
Average duration
3h 23m
Trains per day
9
Distance
40 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stresa to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $34.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Stresa to Como:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stresa to Como costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€11) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 2h 24m versus 1h 2m 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 to Como trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TRENORD 2427A · Regionale TRENORD 2427 · Regionale TRENORD 25524 | 1:00 PM Stresa station | 3h23 | 4:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 6431A · Regionale TRENORD 2431 · Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 2:53 PM Stresa station | 3h30 | 6:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 4433A · Regionale TRENORD 2433 · Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 3:53 PM Stresa station | 3h30 | 7:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 4235A · Regionale 10235 · S11 TRENORD 25068 | 4:29 PM Stresa station | 3h11 | 7:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 6435A · Regionale TRENORD 2435 · Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 4:53 PM Stresa station | 3h30 | 8:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 4437A · Regionale TRENORD 2437 · Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 5:53 PM Stresa station | 3h30 | 9:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 4239A · Regionale 10239 · S11 TRENORD 25076 | 6:29 PM Stresa station | 3h11 | 9:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 6439A · Regionale TRENORD 2439 · Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 6:53 PM Stresa station | 3h30 | 10:23 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TRENORD 4243A · Regionale 10243 · S11 TRENORD 25084 | 8:29 PM Stresa station | 3h11 | 11:40 PM Como San Giovanni | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
![]() | 6:19 AM Stresa | 3h25 | 9:44 AM Como | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:23 AM Stresa | 3h21 | 9:44 AM Como | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Stresa to Como run on average 42 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:36, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 42 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 4:36 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
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Pinacoteca Civica di Como displays paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the Middle Ages to the 20th century in a former palace.
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Como San Giovanni -> Piazza Cavour, Como
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stresa 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.

Most Stresa to Como trains use the Stresa to Como S. Giovanni station pair, with some services arriving at Como Lago. Use this guide to compare Stresa and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stresa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante LaStresa, Osteria Mercato
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Stresa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stresa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stresa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stresa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stresa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Hotel La Palma, Regina Palace Hotel.
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como S. Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Como Caffe
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
Como Lago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Sociale, Osteria del Gallo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Lago. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Como Lago. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Como Lago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Lago: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Lago: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropole Suisse, Albergo Terminus Hotel, Hotel Barchetta Excelsior.
Como Borghi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Como Borghi.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Borghi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Como Borghi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Borghi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Borghi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
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