How to travel from Zurich to Como

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

The cheapest way to travel from Zurich to Como is a bus with an average price of $32.

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

A bus is $61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Como costing on average $94.

A bus is $150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Como costing on average $183.

The fastest way to travel from Zurich to Como is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Como take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 30m.

Bus takes on average 4h 13m.

The distance from Zurich to Como is approximately 110 miles (178 km).

The average frequency per day from Zurich to Como is:

• Around 43 flights per day.
• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich 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 Zurich to Como:

• Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Zurich HB and arrive in Como San Giovanni.
• Buses mostly depart from Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) and arrive in Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni).

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

• Travel with Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Como by flight.
• Travel with Trenitalia, SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn to go to Como by train.
• Travel with BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Calanda Viaggi, Gruppo Di Maio, Autolinee Ventre to go to Como by bus.

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

• 7 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways.
• 11 direct trains per day with Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
• 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Calanda Viaggi, Gruppo Di Maio, Autolinee Ventre.

Omio customers who travel from Zurich 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.