Train from Como to Lugano: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Como to Lugano on 15 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Swiss Federal Railways UrbanTrain
Como San Giovanni
LuganoCheapest
Swiss Federal Railways RegioExpressTrain
Como San Giovanni
LuganoFastest
Swiss Federal Railways UrbanTrain
Como San Giovanni
LuganoNo tags
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Como San Giovanni
LuganoNo tags
Swiss Federal Railways RegioExpressTrain
Como San Giovanni
LuganoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Como to Lugano

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
50mAverage duration
18 milesDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£7 - £65Average duration50m
1kg CO₂e
Average price£16 - £35Average duration37m
1kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Como to Lugano by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Como to Lugano?

    The cheapest train tickets from Como to Lugano start from £16. The average price for this train route is around £24. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Como to Lugano?

    The average train journey time from Como to Lugano is 37m, covering a distance of 15 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 34m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.

  3. Which train operators serve the Como to Lugano route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 11 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, Trenitalia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Como to Lugano?

    The earliest train from Como to Lugano departs at 07:06. And the latest train departs at 16:10.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Como to Lugano?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Como to Lugano?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Como to Lugano?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Swiss Federal Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Como to Lugano?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Como to Lugano was searched and found on 15 Apr 2026 with a price of £13

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Como to Lugano as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £13 to £32 for a train ticket from Como to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2026-04-15.

Usually Trenitalia will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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