- Must visit
Tempio Voltiano
Museum dedicated to Alessandro Volta, displaying scientific instruments and documents that introduce Como’s celebrated physicist.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£13
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
3 h 13 m
Trains on 13 Oct
4
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Parma to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Como will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 4 trains from Parma to Como, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 14 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.








Trains from Parma to Como run on average 70 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 148 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 148 km |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 70 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 1:20 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Como trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TRENORD 25524 | 13:00 Parma station | 3h23 | 16:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TRENORD 2868 · S11 TRENORD 25254 | 13:00 Parma station | 3h10 | 16:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470 · Regionale TRENORD 2954 · Regionale TRENORD 2153 | 13:00 Parma station | 3h25 | 16:25 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale TRENORD 25524 | 13:56 Parma station | 2h27 | 16:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale TRENORD 25524 · Regionale TRENORD 155 | 13:56 Parma station | 2h59 | 16:55 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale TRENORD 2958 · Regionale TRENORD 2157 | 14:12 Parma station | 3h13 | 17:25 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2472 · S9 TRENORD 24956 · S11 TRENORD 25258 | 14:12 Parma station | 2h58 | 17:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2472 · Regionale TRENORD 25526 | 14:12 Parma station | 3h11 | 17:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · S9 TRENORD 24960 · S11 TRENORD 25262 | 15:00 Parma station | 3h10 | 18:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TRENORD 2962 · Regionale TRENORD 1163 | 15:00 Parma station | 3h25 | 18:25 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474 · Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 15:00 Parma station | 3h23 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3916 · Regionale TRENORD 10876 · S11 TRENORD 25068 | 15:33 Parma station | 4h07 | 19:40 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 · Regionale TRENORD 165 | 16:15 Parma station | 2h40 | 18:55 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 16:15 Parma station | 2h08 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale TRENORD 2876 · S11 TRENORD 25270 | 17:00 Parma station | 3h10 | 20:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale TRENORD 2970 · Regionale TRENORD 1177 | 17:00 Parma station | 3h25 | 20:25 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478 · Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 17:00 Parma station | 3h23 | 20:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 | 17:15 Parma station | 2h08 | 19:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale TRENORD 25530 · Regionale TRENORD 173 | 17:15 Parma station | 2h40 | 19:55 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 17:46 Parma station | 2h37 | 20:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 · Regionale TRENORD 179 | 17:46 Parma station | 3h09 | 20:55 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2480 · Regionale TRENORD 25534 | 18:07 Parma station | 3h16 | 21:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 2480 · S9 TRENORD 24972 · S11 TRENORD 25274 | 18:07 Parma station | 3h03 | 21:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 2480 · Regionale TRENORD 2974 · Regionale TRENORD 1181 | 18:07 Parma station | 3h18 | 21:25 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 · Regionale TRENORD 179 | 18:15 Parma station | 2h40 | 20:55 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale TRENORD 25532 | 18:15 Parma station | 2h08 | 20:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 19:02 Parma station | 3h21 | 22:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2482 · Regionale TRENORD 2978 · Regionale TRENORD 2185 | 19:02 Parma station | 3h23 | 22:25 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S9 TRENORD 24976 · S11 TRENORD 25278 | 19:33 Parma station | 2h37 | 22:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S1 TRENORD 24172 · Regionale TRENORD 187 | 19:33 Parma station | 3h14 | 22:47 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3924 · S11 TRENORD 25080 | 19:33 Parma station | 3h07 | 22:40 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17420 · Regionale TRENORD 10884 · S11 TRENORD 25084 | 20:00 Parma station | 3h40 | 23:40 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 · Regionale TRENORD 191 | 20:13 Parma station | 3h34 | 23:47 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TRENORD 2982 · S11 TRENORD 25082 | 20:13 Parma station | 2h57 | 23:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 20:13 Parma station | 3h10 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · Regionale TRENORD 2986 · Autobus TRENORD 101A | 21:00 Parma station | 3h36 | 0:36 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2486 · Regionale TRENORD 2986 · S11 TRENORD 25192 | 21:00 Parma station | 3h10 | 0:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
![]() | 9:00 Parma | 3h14 | 12:14 Como | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Parma | 3h14 | 13:14 Como | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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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Most Parma to Como trains use the Parma to Como S. Giovanni station pair, with some services arriving at Como Lago. Use this guide to compare Parma and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Parma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Angiol d'Or, Enoteca Fontana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Parma. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Parma. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Parma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Parma: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Parma: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Parma, Hotel Torino, Hotel Button.
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.
Como Lago has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Sociale, Osteria del Gallo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Lago. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Como Lago. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Como Lago: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Lago: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Lago: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropole Suisse, Albergo Terminus Hotel, Hotel Barchetta Excelsior.
Como Borghi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Como Borghi.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Como Borghi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Como Borghi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Como Borghi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Como Borghi: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Flori, Albergo Firenze, Hotel Metropole Suisse.
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