How to travel from Lyon to Como

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Lyon to Como

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč1457 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč1457, while a flight costs an average of Kč3410.

Distance: 204 miles (329 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Flight

Kč3232

Average price

Kč1457

Average price

Cheapest

Kč3410

Average price

6h 29m

Average total duration

5h 59m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 44m

Average total duration

7h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

-

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.0 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

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FlixBus

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from Lyon to Como

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM10h54
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    9:54 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    10051One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:00 PM10h54
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    9:54 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    10051One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Twin JetT75411
    7:00 AM1h00
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    8:00 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    135391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TER18519+SNCF | TGV INOUI9255+RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25082
    3:50 PM7h20
    Lyon Part Dieu
    11:10 PMComo San Giovanni
    24471One-way
    2 transfers
  • TER18519+SNCF | TGV INOUI9255+RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25084
    3:50 PM7h50
    Lyon Part Dieu
    11:40 PMComo San Giovanni
    24471One-way
    2 transfers
  • TER18519+SNCF | TGV INOUI9255+RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25192
    3:50 PM8h20
    Lyon Part Dieu
    12:10 AMComo San Giovanni
    24471One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:45 PM11h05
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    7:50 AMComo, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    10051One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:55 PM9h00
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    11:55 PMComo, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    10561One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 AM9h04
    Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland)
    6:39 PMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    10561One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1227 · VY6340
    12:10 AM14h35
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    2:45 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    20671One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1227 · VY6330
    12:10 AM9h05
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    9:15 AMMilan Malpensa Airport
    26091One-way
    1 transfer
  • VuelingVY1227 · VY6342
    12:10 AM13h00
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    1:10 PMMilan Malpensa Airport
    33051One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lyon 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 Lyon to Como.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Lyon and Como including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Como is a bus with an average price of Kč1457.

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

A bus is Kč1775 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Como costing on average Kč3232.

A bus is Kč1953 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Como costing on average Kč3410.

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Como is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 5m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 29m.

Bus takes on average 7h 44m.

The distance from Lyon to Como is approximately 204 miles (329 km).
The average frequency per day from Lyon to Como is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon 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 Lyon to Como:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Como San Giovanni.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lyon to Como, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Vueling to go to Como by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Como by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Regionale to go to Como by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lyon to Como:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lyon 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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