How to Travel from Milan to Zurich, Switzerland via Lake Como: A Journey through the Swiss Alps🇨🇭

Planning to travel from Milan to Zurich, Switzerland? Want to see Lake Como along the way and explore the Swiss Alps in style? Then skip the flights and highways — and take the route that combines elegance, comfort, and adventure.

From the panoramic train journey along Lake Como to a high-octane road trip through alpine passes, here’s how to make this more than just a transfer — and turn it into the highlight of your trip.

The iconic Milano Centrale station

🚆 Milan to Zurich by Train: Through Lake Como and the Alps

The most scenic and efficient way to travel from Milan to Zurich is on the EC250 Giruno high-speed train. The ride takes just 3 hours and 17 minutes, transporting you from Italy’s fashion capital to the heart of Switzerland — in serious comfort.

As you leave Milano Centrale, you’ll pass Lake Como and Lake Lugano, catching glimpses of turquoise water, dramatic cliffs, and charming alpine villages — all from your window seat.

Why Choose the Train?

• Direct route: Milan to Zurich in just over 3 hours

• Incredible views: Lake Como, Lake Lugano, Lucerne, and the Alps

• Gotthard Base Tunnel: World’s longest and deepest railway tunnel

• Smooth travel: Comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets

• Eco-conscious: Significantly lower emissions than flying

• No airport hassle: Just show up, board, and relax

For the best views, sit on the right side in the direction of travel of the train from Milan to Zurich.

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🏔️ From Zurich: Take the Wheel in the Swiss Alps

Arriving in Zurich doesn’t mean your adventure ends — it just shifts gears. With EPIKDRIVES, you’ll swap your seat on the train for the driver’s seat of a high-performance supercar and explore Switzerland’s most iconic mountain roads.

Choose from a Ferrari, Porsche 911, or Mercedes SL63 AMG, and drive legendary passes like:

• Furka Pass – Immortalized in James Bond: Goldfinger

• Grimsel Pass – Rugged landscapes and glacier lakes

• Susten Pass – Wide curves and panoramic peaks

• Klausen Pass – A true driver’s road with fewer crowds

Your car comes with a custom GPS road book, luxury accommodations, and curated glacier and lake stops.

Furka Pass in the Swiss Alps

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➕ Want to Explore Lake Como by Supercar, Too?

If you're tempted by the views from the train, why not experience Lake Como behind the wheel?

Check out our Lake Como to Switzerland Driving Tour — a spectacular journey combining Italian elegance with Swiss alpine thrill. It’s the perfect complement to your rail experience or a stunning standalone adventure.

Recap: Milan to Zurich via Lake Como — Then Into the Alps

1. Board the scenic Giruno train from Milan to Zurich, passing Lake Como

2. Arrive in Zurich and transfer to your hotel

3. Begin your Swiss Alps supercar tour with EPIKDRIVES

4. Or explore Lake Como to Switzerland by road for a different twist

Whichever route you choose, this is travel done right — elegant, immersive, and unforgettable.