The cheapest and fastest coaches from Lugano to Como
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
10 m
Average duration
20 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Lugano to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Como will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £2.
Of the 10 buses that leave Lugano for Como every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 24 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 30 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lugano to Como
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 38m. 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 coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 24 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 8m Average total duration Fastest 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Como bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Como coaches for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 06:35 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0h45 | 07:20 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0h45 | 13:00 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 changesdirect | |
2495 | 19:50 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0h50 | 20:40 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:45 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0h40 | 22:25 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 8 December | |||||
2499 | 03:05 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0h50 | 03:55 Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Como
Buses from Lugano to Como run on average 6 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 24 km distance in 40m.
Distance 24 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 01:40 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Lugano to ComoYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Como with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Lugano to Como coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Como by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Como, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Lugano, Via Ciani, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Como, Piazzale San Gottardo (Stazione San Giovanni), located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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