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Next departures for Como to Lugano on August 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Train	3:10pm	Como San Giovanni	44m	3:54pm	Lugano
Train	3:23pm	Como San Giovanni	35m	3:58pm	Lugano
Train	3:41pm	Como San Giovanni	43m	4:24pm	Lugano
Train	3:50pm	Como San Giovanni	38m	4:28pm	Lugano
Train	4:10pm	Como San Giovanni	44m	4:54pm	Lugano

Compare 2 ways to go 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 $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

50mAverage Duration

27 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $124	Average Duration50m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$29 - $66	Average Duration39m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/59 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi5.0

Trenitalia

3.9/569 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi2.7

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn ICE, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Italo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Como to Lugano by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Como to Lugano?
The cheapest train tickets from Como to Lugano start at $29. The average price for this train route is around $30. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Como to Lugano?
The average train trip from Como to Lugano takes 39m and covers 24 km. The quickest train gets you there in 34m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Como to Lugano route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 10 trains available per day, including services from Swiss Federal Railways, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Como to Lugano?
The earliest train from Como to Lugano departs at 7:06am. The latest train departs at 6:31pm.
What 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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Como to Lugano?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Swiss Federal Railways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance 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.
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.