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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
$44
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
2 h 35 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Como will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 14 trains that leave Zurich for Como on Thu, Jul 02, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 35 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 2 h 35 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.
EuroCity 29
EuroCity 23
EuroCity 27
EuroCity 21
EuroCity 37
EuroCity 23
EuroCity 27
EuroCity 21
EuroCity 37
EuroCity 153Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $135.
Distance: 110 miles (178 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $302 Average price | $106 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Como:
A bus is $82 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Como costing on average $109 (€90).
A bus is $275 (€226) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Como costing on average $302 (€248).
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Bus takes on average 4h 1m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (2h 40m by train vs 3h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $109 (€90) compared to roughly $106 (€87) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Como trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 31 | 8:33 AM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 11:08 AM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 15 | 9:33 AM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 12:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 153 | 10:33 AM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 1:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 19 | 11:33 AM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 2:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 151 | 12:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 3:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 21 | 1:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 4:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 37 | 2:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 5:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 23 | 3:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 6:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 25 | 5:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 8:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 27 | 6:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 9:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 29 | 7:33 PM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 10:08 PM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
EuroCity 11 | 6:33 AM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 9:08 AM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 13 | 7:33 AM Zurich HB | 2h35 | 10:08 AM Como San Giovanni | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Zurich to Como run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 110 miles (178 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 110 miles (178 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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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 -> Piazza Cavour, Como
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Como trains use the Zürich HB to Como S. Giovanni station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
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 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.
Como Camerlata is 2 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como Camerlata has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Como Camerlata.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Camerlata.
Available at Como Camerlata: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Camerlata: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Camerlata: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Como Camerlata, Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze.
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