How to Get From Lake Como to Milan
Train · Bus · Private
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 85 kilometre (53 miles) distance from Lake Como to Milan. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Milan as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.
What are the 3 ways to travel from Lake Como to Milan?
There are three ways to travel the 85 km distance from Lake Como to Milan. You can choose between the train, bus, and private.
The journey takes between 45m–1h 50m and the quickest way is by bus (45m). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by train with tickets starting at €2.70 ($3.10).
45m - 1h 50m
€3.70 ($3.10)
45 minutes
€5.00 ($4.30)
40-50m
€130 ($150)
Lake Como to Milan by Train
The train is an easy way to get from Lake Como to Milan. You can board the train from 2 different stations in Como. Just note that your arrival point at Milan will depend on where you departed from in Como.
- Trains from Nord Lago arrive at Milano Cadorna.
We recommend checking the nearest railway stations to your hotel to minimize extra travel time by taxi.
Trains are available every 30 minutes from 05:16 to 22:49. A train ticket costs €6.00 ($7.10) for the 1-hour journey.
You can check Omio for a detailed schedule and the best prices for this journey from Lake Como to Milan.
Are you coming from the lovely village of Bellagio? In order to take a train, you’ll first have to travel 40 km south to Como city centre. You can do this by either taking a boat or a bus from Bellagio to Como.
Bellagio to Como by Boat
If you’re hoping for one last picturesque ride before leaving Lake Como, then we recommend taking the boat.
There are two kinds of boats available. A hydrofoil takes 45 minutes and costs €15 ($17). Another option is a slow boat that takes 2 to reach Como centre with prices from €10 ($12).
Ferries from Bellagio arrive at Navigazione Lago di Como, which is conveniently located 400m west of Como Nord Lago and 900m northeast of S. Giovanni Station.
Bellagio to Como by Bus
A cheaper alternative to the boat is to take the C30 bus to Como. The bus ride will take about 45-70 minutes and cost €3.70 ($4.30).
Buses park at S. Giovanni Bus Stop, which is just in front of the train station.
Want to travel straight to Milan Airport?
If you’re planning to go straight from Lake Como to Milan Airport, then you’ll have to take 2 trains.
- Board the train from Como S. Giovanni Station. This train takes around an hour to Milan Centrale. A ticket costs around €5.00 ($5.90).
- Transfer to a Malpensa Express train bound for the airport. You can get a ticket for about €13 ($15). This train ride would take around 50 minutes.
Lake Como to Milan by Bus
If the train is fully booked, the bus is a good alternative to travel from Lake Como to Milan. The estimated travel time is 45 minutes. Note, though, that buses can depart late and get stuck in traffic, so you can expect the ride to take a bit longer.
This route is operated by FlixBus, which is known for its competitive pricing, but unfortunately also known for delayed departures.
A bus ticket costs €5.00 ($5.90). Departure times change all the time, so it’s best to visit the FlixBus website for the latest schedules.
Note that there are also buses from TrenItaly operating on this route, but unfortunately, the buses take longer (around 2 hours).
Departure and arrival station
You can board the bus at S. Giovanni Bus Stop, located 800m south of Lake Como and just beside the train station.
The bus will arrive at Lampugnano Bus Station. This station is still 7 km away from Milan city centre.
Lake Como to Milan by Private Transport
A private transfer is a convenient option when travelling in a group from Lake Como to Milan.
Rates start from €130 ($150) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s about €43 ($51) per person. Travel time is around 40-50m.
Private Transport options from Como to Milan
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Lake Como to Milan. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The distance from Lake Como to Milan is 85 km.
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