- Must visit
Tempio Voltiano
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, displaying scientific instruments and documents that introduce Como’s celebrated physicist.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£74
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£115
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
6 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
7 h 8 m
Trains on 30 Aug
43
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Como will cost around £115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £74.
To travel from Lucerne to Como you need to make at least 3 changes.
RE 7 4474 | 4474 · S 21 6725 | 6725+
EuroCity 67+
Regionale TRENORD 25538
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+
EuroCity 67+
Regionale TRENORD 25538
RE 7 4476 | 4476 · S 21 6727 | 6727+
EuroCity 67+
Regionale TRENORD 25538
RE 24 4726 | 4726 · IC 61 627 | 627+
EuroCity 67+
Regionale TRENORD 25538
RE 24 4722 | 4722 · IC 61 623 | 623+
EuroCity 67+
Regionale TRENORD 25538
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 816 | 816+
EuroCity 65+
Regionale TRENORD 25528
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+
EuroCity 65+
Regionale TRENORD 25528
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+
EuroCity 65+
Regionale TRENORD 25528
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814+
EuroCity 65
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+
EuroCity 65Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £394.
Distance: 150 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£58 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £394 Average Price |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 52m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Como trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 1455 | 1455 · S 10 30767 | 30767 · B 2 2030 | 2030 | 9:20 Lucerne station | 2h38 | 11:58 Como | 2 changes | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · EC 63 | 63+ EuroCity 65+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 10:05 Lucerne station | 8h18 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 24 4716 | 4716 · EC 63 | 63+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 10:05 Lucerne station | 13h18 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 70 2618 | 2618 · IC 81 814 | 814+ EuroCity 65+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 10:09 Lucerne station | 8h14 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+ EuroCity 65 | 10:16 Lucerne station | 8h07 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 4 changes | |
S 6 21636 | 21636 · S 2 15244 | 15244 · S 41 6419 | 6419+ EuroCity 67 | 10:16 Lucerne station | 13h07 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 4 changes | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814+ EuroCity 67 | 10:30 Lucerne station | 12h53 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 4 changes | |
IR 27 2466 | 2466 · ICE 101 | 101 · IC 81 814 | 814+ EuroCity 65 | 10:30 Lucerne station | 7h53 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 4 changes | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 11:30 Lucerne station | 11h53 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 27 2468 | 2468 · IC 61 969 | 969+ EuroCity 65+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 11:30 Lucerne station | 6h53 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 11:57 Lucerne station | 11h26 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 7 4470 | 4470 · S 21 6721 | 6721+ EuroCity 65+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 11:57 Lucerne station | 6h26 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 816 | 816+ EuroCity 65+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 12:00 Lucerne station | 6h23 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · S 1 15147 | 15147+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 12:00 Lucerne station | 11h23 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2520 | 2520 · IC 8 816 | 816+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 12:00 Lucerne station | 11h23 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 24 4720 | 4720 · EC 65 | 65+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 12:05 Lucerne station | 11h18 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 24 4722 | 4722 · IC 61 623 | 623+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 13:05 Lucerne station | 10h18 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
S 6 21648 | 21648 · S 2 15256 | 15256 · S 41 6425 | 6425+ EuroCity 67 | 13:16 Lucerne station | 10h07 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 4 changes | |
IR 27 2472 | 2472 · ICE 279 | 279+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 13:30 Lucerne station | 9h53 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 7 4474 | 4474 · S 21 6725 | 6725+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 13:57 Lucerne station | 9h26 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2524 | 2524 · IC 8 820 | 820+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 14:00 Lucerne station | 9h23 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2524 | 2524 · S 1 15155 | 15155+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 14:00 Lucerne station | 9h23 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 24 4724 | 4724 · IC 6 625 | 625+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 14:05 Lucerne station | 9h18 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IC 21 675 | 675 · S 10 30777 | 30777 · B 2 2050 | 2050 | 14:18 Lucerne station | 2h40 | 16:58 Como | 2 changes | |
IR 27 2474 | 2474 · IC 6 975 | 975 · IC 81 822 | 822+ EuroCity 67 | 14:30 Lucerne station | 8h53 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 4 changes | |
RE 7 4476 | 4476 · S 21 6727 | 6727+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 14:57 Lucerne station | 8h26 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 · S 1 15159 | 15159+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 15:00 Lucerne station | 8h23 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IR 15 2526 | 2526 · IC 6 975 | 975+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 15:00 Lucerne station | 8h23 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
RE 24 4726 | 4726 · IC 61 627 | 627+ EuroCity 67+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 15:05 Lucerne station | 8h18 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 3 changes | |
IC 21 683 | 683 · S 10 30785 | 30785 · B 2 2066 | 2066 | 18:18 Lucerne station | 2h40 | 20:58 Como | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Lucerne to Como run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:36, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 3:36 |
Last train 23:18 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, displaying scientific instruments and documents that introduce Como’s celebrated physicist.
Art museum in Palazzo Volpi, with paintings, sculpture and exhibitions spanning local history from the Middle Ages onwards.
City archaeology museum with Roman finds, prehistoric objects and artefacts that trace the area’s long settlement history.
Elegant waterfront promenade lined with gardens, monuments and lake views, ideal for a relaxed walk near the centre.
Hilltop terrace above Como reached by funicular, loved for broad lake panoramas and peaceful walks around the village edge.
Popular square beside the cathedral, surrounded by historic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the old town.
Buckwheat polenta enriched with butter and local cheeses, especially from the alpine Lake Como area. A hearty staple of mountain kitchens.
Salted, air-dried lake fish traditionally caught in Lake Como, usually served grilled or with polenta. It reflects the area’s fishing heritage.
Creamy risotto made with perch fillets from the lake, often finished with butter and sage. It is one of Como’s best-known fish dishes.
Elegant lakeside dining in Cernobbio, known for refined Italian cooking, seafood and polished service in a romantic setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant near the centre, serving Lombard dishes, polenta specialities and local wines in a warm classic dining room.
Casual, established spot for regional Italian cooking, with fresh pasta, lake fish and a relaxed atmosphere close to the historic centre.
Moderate for Italy: lakefront hotels can be pricey, but dining and local buses are reasonable. Tourist areas cost more than inland neighbourhoods.
Service may be included via coperto; rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is enough in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne 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.

Most Lucerne to Como trains use the Luzern Bhf to Chiasso station pair. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
Luzern has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options available inside the station
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs located near the main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Luzern.
Available at Luzern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
Como S. Giovanni is 1 km from Como city centre. Public transport options include:
Como S. Giovanni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Como Caffe
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are two ATM machines on W. Footbridge and South Concourse.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 18:30. Information desks are on the ground level.
Luggage storage is located near the station.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como S. Giovanni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como S. Giovanni: Accessible facilities include restrooms for passengers with limited mobility, reserved parking spots, visual and sound information systems for the public, and accessible ticket counters.
Nearby hotels include Palace Hotel, Hotel Borgovico, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
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