
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Free drinks
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Newspapers and magazines
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£31
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£49
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
2 h 8 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
2 h 8 m
Trains on 06 Sept
3
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zug to Como is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zug to Como will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 3 trains from Zug to Como, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zug to Como among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 158 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zug to Como:
A coach is £28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zug to Como costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Como take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 42m.
The journey is about 30m faster (2h 20m by train vs 2h 50m by car) and roughly £28 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£45 vs £73). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Trenitalia, DSB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Zug to Como trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 Zug | 2h08 | 9:08 Como | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Zug | 2h08 | 19:08 Como | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Zug to Como run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:44, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 3:44 |
Last train 20:51 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
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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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Como San Giovanni -> Piazza Cavour, Como
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zug 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 Zug to Como trains use the Zug to Como S. Giovanni station pair. Use this guide to compare Zug and Como train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zug has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Schiff, Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zug. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zug. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zug: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zug: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zug: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Zug, City-Hotel Ochsen, Hotel Löwen am See.
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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