Day trips from Monza: Brianza, Lecco and Como by train
Monza is also a good base for getting out of town: suburban trains leave the station for Brianza and the lakes, and you can go and come back in a day without a car. Here you will find day-trip ideas with the lines to check and tips for planning.
Before you leave
- Trains: the suburban lines serving Monza are run by Trenord. Check timetables, platforms and notices on the official app or website on the day.
- Works: in autumn 2026 works are reported on the S7 line: check for replacement buses. See Getting around Monza.
- Tickets: buy them through the official channels before boarding and keep your ticket for the whole journey.
Towards Brianza and Lecco
The S7 and S8 lines link the Monza area with Brianza and towards Lecco, on the eastern branch of Lake Como. A trip to Lecco lets you see the lake from a different perspective than Como: the lakefront, the centre and the mountains behind.
Which line to take, where to change and how long the journey takes depend on your departure station and the time: always check the route on the Trenord app.
Towards Como and its lake
The S11 line takes you to Como, arriving at Como San Giovanni. From there you walk down to the walled town and the lakefront. In one day you can combine:
- the historic centre and the Duomo;
- the funicular to Brunate, which climbs in 7 minutes;
- a stretch by boat, with seasonal timetables.
To plan the day: A weekend in Como and A boat trip on Lake Como. Every year in early October there is Orticolario at Villa Erba, in Cernobbio, and the Festival della Luce returns with dates that change from one edition to the next.
And Milan?
Milan is just a few minutes from Monza by train and is the easiest day trip. See A weekend in Milan and, if it rains, Milan in the rain.
Tips for the day
- Return: check the last useful train before leaving, especially on public holidays.
- Weather: on the lake the weather can change; if it rains, consider an indoor destination.
- With children: the train is often more convenient than the car; see Monza with children.
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