How to travel from Catanzaro to Lake Como, Italy

The distance between Catanzaro and Lake Como is around 1,023km (636 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which takes around 3h 55m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Catanzaro to Lake Como by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Lake ComoCatanzaro if you're planning a return trip.

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Plane and Train

Fly from Lamezia Terme (SUF) to Bologna (BLQ) then take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Lecco.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Flight time1h 30m
  • Typical cost
    €185($185)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Train

Take the train to Napoli Afragola then Milano Centrale and then to Varenna Esino.

  • Duration10h 20m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €200($200)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Milan.

  • Duration16h 55m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €79($79)
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Drive

Drive to Bellagio.

  • Duration11h 50m
  • Distance1,222km (759 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Catanzaro and Lake Como

There are several options for getting from Catanzaro to Lake Como by plane, train, ferry, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €79 ($79) and will take around 16h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly, then take the train and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €165 ($165).

The distance between Catanzaro and Lake Como is around 1,023km (636 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 990km (615 miles)

It takes around 4h 5m to get from Catanzaro and Lake Como by plane, train and ferry. If you are travelling by car it will take around 11h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Catanzaro to Lake Como is to fly, then take the train and then take the bus which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx €165 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Catanzaro and Lake Como, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €79 ($79) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Catanzaro and Lake Como. It typically takes around 10h 20m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Catanzaro to Lake Como. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Lamezia Terme C., Napoli Afragola, Milano Centrale and Varenna Esino. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 10h 20m.

Trenitalia, ItaloTreno and Trenord run train services between Catanzaro and Lake Como. Trains depart every 4 hours and will take around 10h 20m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Catanzaro and Lake Como. It typically takes around 16h 55m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Catanzaro to Lake Como. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Lamezia Terme, Milan and Como. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 16h 55m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Catanzaro and Lake Como. Buses run twice daily and take around 16h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Catanzaro to Lake Como. We recommend that you fly from Lamezia Terme (SUF) to Milan Malpensa (MXP) then take the train to Como Lago then take a ferry to Bellagio. instead which will take 4h 5m.

The closest major airport to Lake Como is Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) (BGY) which is approximately 49km (31 miles) from Lake Como. Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) (MXP) and Linate Airport (LIN) (LIN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Catanzaro and Lake Como. The distance is around 1,222km (759 miles) by road and it will take around 11h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Catanzaro to Lake Como is to fly, then take the train and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 5m and will usually cost around €120 ($120).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Catanzaro and Lake Como

Transport options from Catanzaro to Lake Como
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Plane and Train + 4 similar
4h 40m
€185($185)
every 4 hours1,075km (668 miles)
Plane, Train and Bus3h 55m
€165($165)
every 4 hours1,023km (636 miles)
Fly to Milan Linate (LIN), train and bus4hrs
€165($165)
every 4 hours1,045km (649 miles)
Plane, Train and Ferry4h 5m
€120($120)
every 4 hours1,089km (676 miles)
Bus, Plane and Train4h 25m
€275($275)
6 times a week1,075km (668 miles)
Train
10h 20m
€200($200)
every 4 hours1,248km (776 miles)
Bus
16h 55m
€79($79)
twice daily1,273km (791 miles)
Drive
11h 50m
€220($220)
on demand1,222km (759 miles)

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Airports near Lake Como

The following major airports near Lake Como offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

BGY
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
International Airport
Distance
49km (31 miles) from Lake Como
MXP
Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP)
International Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Lake Como
LIN
Linate Airport (LIN)
International Airport
Distance
59km (37 miles) from Lake Como