How to travel from Como to Lausanne

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Como to Lausanne

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $37 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $37, while a train costs an average of $121.

Distance: 127 miles (205 km)

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$138

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The cheapest way to travel from Como to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $46.

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

A bus is $75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como to Lausanne costing on average $121.

A bus is $90 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Lausanne costing on average $136.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Lausanne is by train with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 48m.

Flight takes on average 12h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Como and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como to Lausanne among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $121 compared to roughly $138 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 4h 40m versus 4h 10m 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.

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from Como to Lausanne

How to get from Como to Lausanne by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Como to Lausanne is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Vueling
    4:55 PM14h20
    Como
    7:15 AMLausanne
    $1021One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Vueling
    4:55 PM14h20
    Como
    7:15 AMLausanne
    $1021One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Vueling
    9:40 PM9h20
    Como
    7:00 AMLausanne
    $2071One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Vueling
    8:55 PM10h20
    Como
    7:15 AMLausanne
    $2211One-way
    0 transfers
  • AJet
    10:45 AM23h35
    Como
    10:20 AMLausanne
    $2811One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Como to Lausanne

Travel to Lausanne easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Como to Lausanne.

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There are 3 options to travel between Como and Lausanne including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Como to Lausanne is a bus with an average price of $37.

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

A bus is $84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Como to Lausanne costing on average $121.

A bus is $561 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Como to Lausanne costing on average $598.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Lausanne is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 59m.

Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 10m.

Bus takes on average 6h 45m.

The distance from Como to Lausanne is approximately 127 miles (205 km).
The average frequency per day from Como to Lausanne is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Como and Lausanne 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 Como to Lausanne:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Malpensa Airport and arrive in Geneva International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Chiasso station and arrive in Lausanne station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lugano, Via Ciani and arrive in Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Como to Lausanne, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, flibco, FlixBus to go to Lausanne by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, SBB, DSB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord to go to Lausanne by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Como to Lausanne:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Como to Lausanne often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Milan, Geneva, Lyon, Zurich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lausanne and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lausanne to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lausanne, you can explore the vibrant Flon District with its trendy shops and nightlife, take a boat cruise on Lake Geneva for picturesque views, visit the diverse Lausanne Botanical Garden, or enjoy a wine tasting tour in the nearby Lavaux vineyards. Attend a performance at the Lausanne Opera for culture and entertainment. Must-see sights include the Gothic Lausanne Cathedral, the engaging Olympic Museum, the unique Collection de l'Art Brut, the scenic Ouchy Promenade, and the Hermitage Foundation art museum.
Three days in Lausanne is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, including the Olympic Museum, the historic Old Town, and the beautiful lakeside promenade.

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