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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Como to Zurich
Cheapest price
€76
Average price
€78
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Como to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Como to Zurich will cost around €78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €76.
Of the 12 trains that leave Como for Zurich on Mon, Dec 15, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Como to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 178 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€81 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €196 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Como to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Como to Zurich trains for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 150 | 10:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 1:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 30 | 11:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 2:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 16 | 12:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 3:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 20 | 2:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 5:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 22 | 3:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 6:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 24 | 4:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 7:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 306 | 5:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 8:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 126 | 6:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 9:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 28 | 7:51 PM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 10:27 PM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 15 | |||||
| EuroCity 10 | 6:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 9:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 12 | 7:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 10:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EuroCity 14 | 8:51 AM Como San Giovanni | 2h36 | 11:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Como to Zurich
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Switzerland
Trains from Como to Zurich run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €51 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 33m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €51 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 33m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:05 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Como to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Como and Zurich from €16. 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 Zurich
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Como to Zurich 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 Zurich, 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 Zurich HB, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Como to Zurich
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts- 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
WifiParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse.
- Outback Lodge
- Tibits
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Opera Zurich
- Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
- Hotel Seehof
- Located in the main hall
- 1000 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains
- Tram: Line 11, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
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