How to get from Basel to Como

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What is the best way to travel from Basel to Como?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Carpool, Trains and Buses to Como from Basel. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 20m
£17
£23
1
Train
6h 5m
£62
£65
12
Car
3h 30m
£18
£22
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Como from Basel?

You can reach Como with just £17 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £17
Thursday
Friday
from £20
Saturday
from £22
Sunday
Monday
from £25
Tuesday
from £18

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    13:45
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    • Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    09:00
    Basel
    12:40
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    9h 5m
    0
    09:03
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £62
  • SBB CFF FFS
    6h 5m
    0
    09:03
    Basel
    Central Station
    15:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £64
  • SBB CFF FFS
    7h 5m
    0
    09:03
    Basel
    Central Station
    16:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £64
  • SBB CFF FFS
    8h 35m
    0
    09:33
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £67

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    13:45
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    • Cheapest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    15:30
    Basel
    19:10
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    18:00
    Basel
    21:40
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £22
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    04:00
    Basel
    07:30
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23

    Cheapest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    0
    08:30
    Basel
    13:20
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £25

    • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    13:45
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    17:10
    Basel
    20:50
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £18

What are the fastest trips from Basel to Como?

You can get to Como from Basel in just 3h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 3h 40m
Thursday
Friday
from 3h 40m
Saturday
from 3h 30m
Sunday
Monday
from 4h 20m
Tuesday
from 3h 40m

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    09:00
    Basel
    12:40
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £19

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    13:45
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £17

    • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    6h 5m
    0
    09:03
    Basel
    Central Station
    15:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £64
  • SBB CFF FFS
    7h 5m
    0
    09:03
    Basel
    Central Station
    16:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £64
  • SBB CFF FFS
    8h 5m
    0
    10:03
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £67
  • SBB CFF FFS
    8h 35m
    0
    09:33
    Basel
    Central Station
    18:08
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from £67

    Fastest Carpool Friday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    15:30
    Basel
    19:10
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23

    • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    13:45
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £20

    Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    04:00
    Basel
    07:30
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £23
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    18:00
    Basel
    21:40
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £22

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    09:25
    Basel
    Central Station
    13:45
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31

    • Fastest Carpool Monday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    0
    08:30
    Basel
    13:20
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £25

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 40m
    0
    17:10
    Basel
    20:50
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £18
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Basel to Como

What are the most popular stations in Basel and Como?

In Basel, you will usually depart from Badischer Train Station, Central Station or Markthalle Bus Station, while in Como you will be arriving at Borghi Train Station, San Giovanni Station or Lago Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Como from Basel? With 2 connections between 4 Carpool, Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Basel and Como, you can pay as low as £17 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Como in just 3h 30m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Basel and Como are BlaBlaCar, SBB CFF FFS and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Basel and Como is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Birsfelden or to San Fermo della Battaglia, and look at flights from Basel Mulhouse Airport, and landing at Lugano Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Basel to Como?

The most popular companies between Basel and Como, are BlaBlaCar, SBB CFF FFS and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: SBB CFF FFS

All you need to know when you travel from Basel to Como

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Basel to Como. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Basel to Como

How can I reach Como from Basel?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Carpool, Train and Bus, with which you can get to Como from Basel.

How far is Como from Basel?

The distance between Basel and Como is 225.6 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Basel and Como?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 38 kgs, and a flight 55 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Basel to Como?

You can get to Como with just £17 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Como?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Como in just 3h 30m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Basel and to Como

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Basel and to Como. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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