How to travel from Zug to Como

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Compare train and bus for Zug to Como

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zug to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, while a train costs an average of €74.

Distance: 98 miles (158 km)

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€23

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€74

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€81

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 13m

Average total duration

3h 43m

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2h 38m

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2h 8m

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2h 50m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Zug to Como is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zug to Como costing on average €74.

The fastest way to travel from Zug to Como is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Zug and Como including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Zug to Como among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 42m faster (2h 8m by train vs 2h 50m by car) and roughly €7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€74 vs €81). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Zug to Como

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Trenitalia
    5:00 PM2h08
    Zug
    7:08 PMComo
    431One-way
    0 transfers

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  • Trenitalia
    5:00 PM2h08
    Zug
    7:08 PMComo
    431One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Trenitalia
    5:00 PM2h08
    Zug
    7:08 PMComo
    431One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Trenitalia
    7:00 AM2h08
    Zug
    9:08 AMComo
    871One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Zug 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 Zug to Como.

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There are 2 options to travel between Zug and Como including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Zug to Como is a bus with an average price of €23.

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

A bus is €51 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zug to Como costing on average €74.

The fastest way to travel from Zug to Como is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

The distance from Zug to Como is approximately 98 miles (158 km).
The average frequency per day from Zug to Como is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Zug to Como:
  • Trains mostly depart from Zug station and arrive in Como San Giovanni.
  • Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Como, Via Colombo Cristoforo (Grandate FNM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zug to Como, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Itabus to go to Como by bus.
  • Travel with Trenitalia to go to Como by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Zug to Como with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Itabus.
  • 12 direct trains per day with Trenitalia.
Omio customers who travel from Zug 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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