The cheapest and fastest trains from Como to Lugano
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
37 m
Average duration
37 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Lugano will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 13 trains that leave Como for Lugano on Fri, Dec 19, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 37 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 37 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EuroCity 12
EuroCity 10
EuroCity 36
EuroCity 24
EuroCity 30
EuroCity 12
EuroCity 10
EuroCity 36
EuroCity 24
EuroCity 30Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Como to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 24 km
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€25 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 12m Average total duration 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Como to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Lugano trains for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 178 | 9:58 AM Como San Giovanni | 0h52 | 10:50 AM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 150 | 10:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 11:28 AM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 30 | 11:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 16 | 12:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 20 | 2:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 22 | 3:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 24 | 4:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 36 | 5:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 26 | 6:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 28 | 7:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 10 | 6:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 7:28 AM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 12 | 7:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 8:28 AM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
EuroCity 14 | 8:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 0h37 | 9:28 AM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Como to Lugano
Trains from Como to Lugano run on average 11 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:51, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 38m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 38m |
First train 07:51 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Como to Lugano trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Como and Lugano from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Como to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como to Lugano by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Como San Giovanni, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lugano FLP, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Como to Lugano
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the station.
- Located near the station.
- Como Caffe
- Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
- Palace Hotel
- Hotel Borgovico
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30
- On the ground level.
- Bus lines: C10, C30, D10
- Train lines: S11, R18, SBB Regio, SBB EC
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Ristorante Sociale
- Osteria del Gallo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Albergo Terminus Hotel
- Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to various towns around Lake Como
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Villa Flori
- Albergo Firenze
- Hotel Metropole Suisse
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single hall with access to platforms and ticket machines.
- Bus: Line 7
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center
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