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? Compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains for the journey to Como from Basel. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 4 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 20m
$29
$40
4
Train
5h 13m
$90
$109
12
Car
3h 30m
$18
$18
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What is the cheapest way to reach Como from Basel?

You can get to Como with just $18 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Sunday
from $29
Monday
Tuesday
from $42
Wednesday
from $18
Thursday
from $90
Friday
Saturday
from $29

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    1:45 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    11:25 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    8:25 AM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    6:20 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    11:55 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    8:15 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51

    Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Basel
    6:20 PM
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $18

    Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    7h 13m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    4:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $90
  • SBB CFF FFS
    6h 13m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    3:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $90
  • SBB CFF FFS
    5h 13m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    2:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $92
  • SBB CFF FFS
    9h 6m
    0
    9:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    7:01 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $135

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    1:45 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

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. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 4h 20m
Monday
Tuesday
from 7h 50m
Wednesday
from 3h 30m
Thursday
from 5h 13m
Friday
Saturday
from 4h 20m

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    1:45 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    7h 50m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    11:55 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44
  • FlixBus
    9h 0m
    0
    11:25 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    8:25 AM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $42
  • FlixBus
    9h 30m
    0
    10:45 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    8:15 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $51
  • FlixBus
    10h 40m
    0
    7:40 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    6:20 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $44

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 30m
    0
    2:50 PM
    Basel
    6:20 PM
    Como
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $18

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    5h 13m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    2:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $92
  • SBB CFF FFS
    6h 13m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    3:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $90
  • SBB CFF FFS
    6h 38m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    3:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $138
  • SBB CFF FFS
    7h 13m
    0
    8:55 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    4:08 PM
    Como
    San Giovanni Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $90

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    4h 20m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    1:45 PM
    Como
    Central Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
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 Bus, Carpool and Train 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 $18 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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 FlixBus, SBB CFF FFS and BlaBlaCar, 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 FlixBus, SBB CFF FFS and BlaBlaCar. 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 Bus, Carpool and Train, with which you can get to Como from Basel.

How far is Como from Basel?

The distance between Basel and Como is 140.2 miles.

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 56 kgs.

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

You can get to Como with just $18 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

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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