The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Varenna
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Varenna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Varenna will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $14.
To travel from Lugano to Varenna you need to make at least one change.










Live departures
Lugano to Varenna train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Varenna trains for today, Wednesday, 25 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:26 am Lugano | 6h27 | 7:53 am Varenna | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:02 am Lugano | 2h51 | 8:53 am Varenna | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:02 am Lugano | 2h51 | 9:53 am Varenna | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:06 am Lugano | 2h47 | 9:53 am Varenna | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:02 am Lugano | 2h51 | 10:53 am Varenna | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Varenna
Trains from Lugano to Varenna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:03, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 26 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 05:03 |
Last train 18:35 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Lugano to Varenna trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Lugano and Varenna from $42. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Regionale
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Trenord
FAQs: Lugano to Varenna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Varenna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Varenna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Varenna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, but spaces are limited.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Olivedo
- Albergo Milano
- Hotel du Lac
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities, consisting of two platforms and a main hall for ticketing and waiting.
- Bus: Local bus services connect the station to nearby towns
- Ferry: Ferry services available to other towns on Lake Como
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