How to get from Como to Lugano
- 25 km as the crow flies
- 27 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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At a glance
Fastest
40m
direct
Bus
€5
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 5 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Como to Lugano. The most useful door-to-door route takes 40m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 25 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
25 km
Como to Lugano: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Como → Luganobus
FlixBus·40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Como to Lugano
FlixBus runs 27 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:55 and the last at 22:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 27 | 05:55 | 22:00 |
All departures
- 05:55
- 06:55
- 07:55
- 08:55
- 09:55
- 10:55
- 16:05
- 16:30
- 16:40
- 17:30
- 17:40
- 18:30
- 18:40
- 20:00
- 21:00
- 22:00
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Oct 5
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Como to Lugano works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Como to Lugano, about 40 min. In total it's roughly €5 over 40 min, direct, no transfers.
Como to Lugano: common questions
How long does it take to get from Como to Lugano?
The most useful route takes about 40m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Como to Lugano?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 05:55 and the last at 22:00, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Como to Lugano?
27 a day with FlixBus, between 05:55 and 22:00.
How far is Lugano from Como?
About 25 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Como to Lugano cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €5. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Como to Lugano?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Como to Lugano without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 37m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Como to Lugano?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 5 Oct 2026