How to travel from Lausanne to Como

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Lausanne to Como

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr631 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 1m. 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 kr631, while a train costs an average of kr1316.

Distance: 127 miles (205 km)

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kr1302

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5h 39m

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4h 11m

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The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Como is a bus with an average price of kr549.

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

A bus is kr730 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Como costing on average kr1279.

A bus is kr5285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Como costing on average kr5834.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Como is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 53m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 0m.

Bus takes on average 7h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lausanne and Como including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lausanne to Como 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 kr1279 compared to roughly kr1302 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr22. The journey takes 4h 30m versus 4h 11m 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 Lausanne to Como

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:05 AM8h45
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    11:50 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    kr4911One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:05 AM8h45
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    11:50 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    kr4911One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SwissLX2805 · LX1612
    7:15 AM2h35
    Geneva International Airport
    9:50 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    kr75821One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SBBIR 90 1811 | 1811 · IR 3017 | 3017 · PE 72 53 | 53 · RE 80 25825 | 25825
    8:48 AM6h01
    Lausanne station
    2:49 PMChiasso station
    kr11881One-way
    3 transfers
  • SBBIR 15 2515 | 2515 · IC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523
    9:40 AM4h46
    Lausanne station
    2:26 PMChiasso station
    kr15181One-way
    2 transfers
  • SBBIR 15 2513 | 2513 · IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869 · RE 80 25521 | 25521
    8:40 AM4h46
    Lausanne station
    1:26 PMChiasso station
    kr15181One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:30 PM11h15
    Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome
    8:45 AMComo, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    kr10681One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS154 · OS529
    6:00 PM3h55
    Geneva International Airport
    9:55 PMMilan Linate Airport
    kr33071One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2722 · SN3159
    5:10 PM3h50
    Geneva International Airport
    9:00 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    kr33081One-way
    1 transfer
  • Brussels AirlinesSN2712 · SN3147
    8:15 AM4h05
    Geneva International Airport
    12:20 PMMilan Linate Airport
    kr35051One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lausanne to Como

Travel to Como 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 Lausanne to Como.

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There are 3 options to travel between Lausanne and Como including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lausanne to Como is a bus with an average price of kr549.

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

A bus is kr767 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lausanne to Como costing on average kr1316.

A bus is kr5285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lausanne to Como costing on average kr5834.

The fastest way to travel from Lausanne to Como is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 53m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 1m.

Bus takes on average 7h 13m.

The distance from Lausanne to Como is approximately 127 miles (205 km).
The average frequency per day from Lausanne to Como is:
  • Around 32 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lausanne 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 Lausanne to Como:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lausanne station and arrive in Chiasso station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lausanne, Parking du Vélodrome and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lausanne to Como, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Como by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Eurowings, BA Cityflyer, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Gulf Air, Vueling, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Como by flight.
  • Travel with DSB, SBB, Trenitalia to go to Como by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lausanne to Como:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Gulf Air.
Omio customers who travel from Lausanne 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.

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