How to travel from Florence to Como

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

The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Como is a bus with an average price of $40.

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

A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Como costing on average $42.

A bus is $94 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Florence to Como costing on average $134.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Como is by train with an average journey time of 4h 39m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 19m.

Flight takes on average 6h 22m.

The distance from Florence to Como is approximately 176 miles (284 km).

The average frequency per day from Florence to Como is:

• Around 40 trains per day.
• Around 16 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.

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

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

• Flights mostly depart from Florence Peretola Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Florence Santa Maria Novella and arrive in Como San Giovanni.
• Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).

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

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

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

• 1 direct trains per day with Trenitalia EuroCity.
• 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Marino Autolinee.

Omio customers who travel from Florence 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.