The cheapest and fastest trains from Lausanne to Como
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
5 h 28 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lausanne to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lausanne to Como will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £51.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lausanne for Como every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 50 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 train and coach for Lausanne to Como
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lausanne to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. 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 coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 205 km
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£79 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lausanne to Como train times
The table below shows live departures for Lausanne to Como trains for tomorrow, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 03:48 Lausanne | 5h50 | 09:38 Como | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:10 Lausanne | 5h28 | 09:38 Como | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lausanne to Como
Trains from Lausanne to Como run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 17:41. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 17:41 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lausanne to Como trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lausanne and Como from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lausanne to Como train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lausanne to Como 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 Como, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lausanne and Como
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue du Simplon.
- Cafe du Grutli
- Le Chalet Suisse
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Beau-Rivage Palace
- Lausanne Palace
- Hotel Continental
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 440 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to France, Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line M2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking lots in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- B&B Hotel Como Camerlata
- Hotel Villa Flori
- Albergo Firenze
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Train: Connections to Milan and other regional destinations
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