
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£39
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
5 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
5 h 13 m
Trains on 14 Sept
20
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Como will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
To travel from Trieste to Como you need to make at least one change.
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+
Regionale TRENORD 25536
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+
Regionale TRENORD 25536 · Regionale TRENORD 187
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
S11 TRENORD 25234
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+
Regionale TRENORD 25536 · Regionale TRENORD 187
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale TRENORD 1129
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale TRENORD 1129
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
S11 TRENORD 25234
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale TRENORD 1129
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+
Regionale TRENORD 25516
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+
Regionale TRENORD 25536Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 365 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price | £98 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 44m Average total duration 5h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trieste to Como:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Como costing on average £45.
A coach is £97 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Como costing on average £139.
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 14m.
Coach takes on average 6h 11m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £53. The journey takes 5h 14m versus 4h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Como trains for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3440+ FRECCIAROSSA 9740+ Regionale TRENORD 25528 | 12:16 Trieste Centrale | 6h07 | 18:23 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 · Regionale TRENORD 187 | 17:05 Trieste Centrale | 5h39 | 22:44 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 | 17:05 Trieste Centrale | 5h18 | 22:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TRENORD 25536 · Regionale TRENORD 187 | 17:05 Trieste Centrale | 5h33 | 22:38 Como Borghi | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3564+ FRECCIAROSSA 9762+ Regionale TRENORD 25538 | 17:16 Trieste Centrale | 6h07 | 23:23 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3552+ FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ S11 TRENORD 25230 | 4:26 Trieste Centrale | 5h44 | 10:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ S11 TRENORD 25234 | 6:00 Trieste Centrale | 5h10 | 11:10 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale TRENORD 1129 | 6:00 Trieste Centrale | 5h08 | 11:08 Como Borghi | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ Regionale TRENORD 2934 · Regionale TRENORD 1129 | 6:00 Trieste Centrale | 5h14 | 11:14 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ S11 TRENORD 25238 | 6:38 Trieste Centrale | 5h32 | 12:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 25516 · Regionale TRENORD 135 | 7:07 Trieste Centrale | 5h37 | 12:44 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 25516 · Regionale TRENORD 135 | 7:07 Trieste Centrale | 5h31 | 12:38 Como Borghi | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ Regionale TRENORD 25516 | 7:07 Trieste Centrale | 5h16 | 12:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Regionale TRENORD 25520 | 8:45 Trieste Centrale | 5h38 | 14:23 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 2950 · Regionale TRENORD 2147 | 9:39 Trieste Centrale | 5h35 | 15:14 Como Lago | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 25522 | 9:39 Trieste Centrale | 5h44 | 15:23 Como San Giovanni | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 2950 · Regionale TRENORD 2147 | 9:39 Trieste Centrale | 5h29 | 15:08 Como Borghi | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 2950 · S11 TRENORD 25250 | 9:39 Trieste Centrale | 5h31 | 15:10 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3556+ FRECCIAROSSA 9736+ Regionale TRENORD 25526 | 10:58 Trieste Centrale | 6h25 | 17:23 Como San Giovanni | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Trieste to Como run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 18:41. The fastest train covers the 365 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 365 km |
Average train duration 5h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 5h 10m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 18:41 |
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Discover the best of Como — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Como trip today.
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 Trieste 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 Trieste to Como trains use the Trieste Centrale to Como S. Giovanni station pair, with some services arriving at Como Lago. Use this guide to compare Trieste and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale 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: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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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