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Getting from Rome to Lake Como by train
Want to go on a smooth and hassle-free trip from Rome to Lake Como? Take a train to Como San Giovanni, from which you can easily reach this world-renowned Italian destination. The average journey time by train between Rome and Como San Giovanni is 4 hours and 59 minutes, with around 24 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner at the top of this page to search for a specific travel date.
As there’s no direct train from Rome to Lake Como, you’ll need to change at least once, either at Milano Centrale or Milano Porta Garibaldi train station. Take a Frecciarossa high-speed train from Rome to Milan for a faster and more relaxing journey – the train can reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h) and did we mention there’s an at-seat catering service in First Class, offering gourmet Italian food?
Getting off at Milan, take one of Trenord’s regional trains bound for Como San Giovanni. After an hour and a half, you’ll be enjoying some sunbathing on the shores of the lake like the locals do.
Intrigued? Read on for more details about the train journey from Rome to Lake Como.
Rome to Como San Giovanni by train
It takes an average of 5h 31m to travel from Rome to Como San Giovanni by train, over a distance of around 319 miles (514 km). There are normally 33 trains per day travelling from Rome to Como San Giovanni and tickets for this journey start from £26.99 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:51 | |
| Departure station | Rome | |
| Arrival station | Como San Giovanni | |
| Journey time | From 3h 44m | |
| Distance | 319 miles (514 km) | |
| Frequency | 33 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £26.99 | |
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Cheap train tickets from Rome to Como San Giovanni
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Rome to Como San Giovanni by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.