How to travel from Rome to Como

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Como

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $481.

Distance: 318 miles (513 km)

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$481

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$56

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$62

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$186

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4h 55m

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Como is a train with an average price of $56 (€47).

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

A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Como costing on average $62 (€52).

A train is $425 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Como costing on average $481 (€401).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Como is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 55m.

Bus takes on average 10h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Como including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Como among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 51m sooner (2h 55m by flight vs 6h 46m by car). Tickets start at around $481 (€401) compared to roughly $186 (€155) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Rome to Como

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

Our recommendation

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

  • Itabus2494
    10:15 PM9h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    7:45 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Itabus2494
    10:15 PM9h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    7:45 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAAZ2056
    7:00 PM1h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    8:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1381One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 798+RegionaleS11 TRENORD 25022
    11:53 PM8h17
    Rome Ostiense
    8:10 AMComo San Giovanni
    $771One-way
    1 transfer
  • IntercityIntercity 590+RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25536
    11:42 AM10h41
    Rome Ostiense
    10:23 PMComo San Giovanni
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • Italo9980+RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 25524
    12:05 PM4h18
    Rome Termini
    4:23 PMComo San Giovanni
    $1221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:30 AM9h55
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    6:25 PMComo, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    $591One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee054
    11:00 PM8h55
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    7:55 AMComo, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM)
    $711One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee054
    11:00 PM9h15
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    8:15 AMComo, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni)
    $711One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2058
    9:00 PM1h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    10:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1861One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2092
    5:00 PM1h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    6:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1861One-way
    0 transfers
  • ITAAZ2080
    4:00 PM1h10
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    5:10 PMMilan Linate Airport
    $1861One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rome 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 Rome to Como.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Como including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Como is a train with an average price of $56 (€47).

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

A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Como costing on average $62 (€52).

A train is $425 (€354) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Como costing on average $481 (€401).

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Como is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 55m.

Bus takes on average 10h 0m.

The distance from Rome to Como is approximately 318 miles (513 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Como is:
  • Around 80 trains per day.
  • Around 40 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome 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 Rome to Como:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Como San Giovanni.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Como, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Itabus to go to Como by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo to go to Como by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Aeroitalia, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, ITA to go to Como by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Como with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Itabus.
  • 11 direct flights per day with Aeroitalia, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Como often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Lugano, Bellagio, Milan Centrale, Zurich. 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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