The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Lugano
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 39 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Lugano will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $56.
Of the 12 trains that leave Venice for Lugano every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 4 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8970+
EuroCity 1505:57 AM6h31Venice Santa Lucia12:28 PMLugano FLP$561One-way1 change
8970+
EuroCity 1785:57 AM5h53Venice Santa Lucia11:50 AMLugano FLP$561One-way1 change
8970+
EuroCity 145:57 AM4h31Venice Santa Lucia10:28 AMLugano FLP$561One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+
EuroCity 1786:10 AM5h40Venice Santa Lucia11:50 AMLugano FLP$651One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 241:10 PM5h18Venice Santa Lucia6:28 PMLugano FLP$651One-way2 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
EuroCity 221:30 PM3h58Venice Mestre5:28 PMLugano FLP$981One-way1 change
EuroCity 363:18 PM4h10Venice Santa Lucia7:28 PMLugano FLP$851One-way0 changes
8970+
EuroCity 145:57 AM4h31Venice Santa Lucia10:28 AMLugano FLP$561One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 241:10 PM5h18Venice Santa Lucia6:28 PMLugano FLP$651One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+
EuroCity 3210:10 AM5h18Venice Santa Lucia3:28 PMLugano FLP$651One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Venice to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $127.
Distance: 269 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$66 Average Price | $35 Average Price Cheapest | $144 Average Price |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Venice to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Lugano trains for today, Monday, 18 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 9:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h18 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 32 | 10:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h18 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 12:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h18 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 1:10 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h18 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 1:30 PM Venice Mestre | 3h58 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
EuroCity 36 | 3:18 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 19 May | |||||
Regionale Veloce 3961+ EuroCity 30 | 5:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 7h48 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
8970+ EuroCity 150 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 6h31 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
8970+ EuroCity 178 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h53 | 11:50 AM Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
8970+ EuroCity 14 | On time 5:57 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 4h31 | 10:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+ EuroCity 178 | 6:10 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h40 | 11:50 AM Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 6:34 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 5h54 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Lugano
Trains from Venice to Lugano run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 but you can travel from only $22 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Regionale, Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity, Trenitalia EuroCity from Venice to Lugano trainsFrecciarossa, Regionale, Trenitalia, Italo, Intercity, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Venice and Lugano from $22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Venice to Lugano train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Lugano 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 Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Lugano
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Basilea.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 640 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Lugano Città–Stazione funicular
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