How to travel from Genoa to Como, Italy

The distance between Genoa and Como is around 184km (114 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2hrs.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Genoa to Como by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train via Milano Centrale

Take the train to Milano Centrale and then to Como S. Giovanni.

  • Duration2h 30m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €54($54)
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Bus

Take the bus to Milan and then to Como.

  • Duration2h 55m
  • Departsevery 4 hours
  • Typical cost
    €19($19)
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Drive

Drive to Como.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Distance187km (116 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Genoa and Como

There are several options for getting from Genoa to Como by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €19 ($19) and will take around 2h 55m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €29 ($29).

The distance between Genoa and Como is around 184km (114 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 171km (106 miles)

It takes around 2h 35m to get from Genoa and Como by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Genoa to Como is to drive which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €29 ($29).

The cheapest way to travel between Genoa and Como, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €19 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Genoa and Como. It typically takes around 2h 35m and departs once daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Genoa and Como with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 2h 35m.

Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways and Trenitalia run train services between Genoa and Como. Trains depart once daily and will take around 2h 35m, 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 Genoa and Como. It typically takes around 2h 55m and departs every 4 hours.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Genoa to Como. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Milan. These services run every 4 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 55m.

FlixBus, RegioJet and Autokar Polska run regular bus services between Genoa and Como. Buses run every 4 hours and take around 2h 55m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Genoa to Como. We recommend that you take the train to Como S.Giovanni. instead which will take 2h 35m.

The closest major airport to Como is Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP) (MXP) which is approximately 49km (30 miles) from Como. Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY) (BGY) 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 Genoa and Como. The distance is around 187km (116 miles) by road and it will take around 2hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Genoa to Como is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 35m and will usually cost around €60 ($60).

How do I get from Genoa to Como

Compare travel optionsbetween Genoa and Como

Transport options from Genoa to Como
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Milano Centrale + 1 similar
2h 30m
€54($54)
every 4 hours188km (117 miles)
Train2h 35m
€60($60)
once daily184km (114 miles)
Bus
2h 55m
€19($19)
every 4 hours190km (118 miles)
Drive
2hrs
€29($29)
on demand187km (116 miles)

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Airports near Como

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

MXP
Milan–Malpensa Airport (MXP)
International Airport
Distance
49km (30 miles) from Como
BGY
Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)
International Airport
Distance
52km (33 miles) from Como
LIN
Linate Airport (LIN)
International Airport
Distance
54km (34 miles) from Como