The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Lugano
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lugano will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 20 trains that leave Bologna for Lugano every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+
EuroCity 12615:504h38Bologna Centrale20:28Lugano FLP£431One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce 18134 · Regionale TTPER 2472+
EuroCity 2213:104h18Bologna Centrale17:28Lugano FLP£431One-way2 changes
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+
EuroCity 145:534h35Bologna Centrale10:28Lugano FLP£441One-way1 change
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+
EuroCity 2413:504h38Bologna Centrale18:28Lugano FLP£441One-way1 change
EuroCity 15210:464h42Bologna Centrale15:28Lugano FLP£521One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
EuroCity 3616:362h52Bologna Centrale19:28Lugano FLP£711One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+
EuroCity 1611:362h52Bologna Centrale14:28Lugano FLP£711One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+
EuroCity 2013:362h52Bologna Centrale16:28Lugano FLP£751One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 2415:362h52Bologna Centrale18:28Lugano FLP£801One-way1 change
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+
EuroCity 2818:362h52Bologna Centrale21:28Lugano FLP£791One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £24.
Distance: 251 km
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Live departures
Bologna to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 5:53 Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 10:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574+ EuroCity 14 | 7:31 Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 10:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ EuroCity 178 | 8:36 Bologna Centrale | 3h14 | 11:50 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
30 | 9:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 13:28 Lugano station | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 30 | 9:06 Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 13:28 Lugano FLP | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ EuroCity 150 | 9:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 12:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Intercity 580+ EuroCity 16 | 9:46 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 14:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
EuroCity 152 | 10:46 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 15:28 Lugano FLP | 0 changesdirect | |
152 | 10:46 Bologna Centrale | 4h42 | 15:28 Lugano station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ EuroCity 16 | 11:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 14:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 18134 · Regionale TTPER 2472+ EuroCity 22 | 13:10 Bologna Centrale | 4h18 | 17:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ EuroCity 20 | 13:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 16:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ EuroCity 24 | 13:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 18:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ EuroCity 22 | 14:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 17:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Intercity 608+ EuroCity 36 | 15:04 Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 19:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 24 | 15:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 18:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 126 | 15:50 Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 20:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ EuroCity 36 | 16:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 19:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 126 | 17:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 20:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ EuroCity 28 | 18:36 Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 21:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Lugano
Trains from Bologna to Lugano run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Trenitalia EuroCity, Italo from Bologna to Lugano trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Trenitalia EuroCity, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Lugano from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Lugano train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna and Lugano
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West)
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Elevators, ramps
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking
- CA.FÉ MAZZINI
- Gelateria Mazzini
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €1
- Hotel Camplus Mazzini
- Hotel Blumen
- Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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