How to travel from Bologna to Como

There are 3 options to travel between Bologna and Como including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Como is a bus with an average price of $18 (€15).

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Como:

A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Como costing on average $27 (€22).

A bus is $223 (€181) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Como costing on average $241 (€195).

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Como is by train with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 16m.

Flight takes on average 6h 49m.

The distance from Bologna to Como is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Como is:

• Around 116 trains per day.
• Around 10 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Como as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Como:

• Flights mostly depart from Bologna Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Como San Giovanni.
• Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Como, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Marino Autolinee, Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Como by bus.
• Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenitalia EuroCity to go to Como by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Como with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct buses per day with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
• 2 direct trains per day with Trenitalia EuroCity.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Como often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Bellagio, Lugano, Milan Centrale, Milan Malpensa Airport. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Como and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Como to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Como, you can stroll along the scenic waterfront promenade, enjoy a boat tour on Lake Como for stunning landscapes, and explore the Civic Art Gallery's Italian art collection. Visit the Silk Museum to learn about silk production, and take a cooking class for traditional Italian dishes. Key sights include the magnificent Como Cathedral, Villa Olmo with its beautiful gardens, and the Basilica di San Fedele. Don't miss the Brunate Funicular for panoramic lake views.

For a fulfilling experience in Como, spending 2 to 3 days is generally recommended, allowing time to explore the lake, visit nearby towns, and enjoy local attractions.