EuroCity 15312:301h38Lugano FLP14:08Milano Lambrate£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 3716:301h25Lugano FLP17:55Milano Lambrate£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 3110:301h20Lugano FLP11:50Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2317:301h23Lugano FLP18:53Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 118:301h23Lugano FLP9:53Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 3110:301h20Lugano FLP11:50Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2317:301h23Lugano FLP18:53Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 118:301h23Lugano FLP9:53Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 2519:301h23Lugano FLP20:53Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
EuroCity 139:301h23Lugano FLP10:53Milan Centrale£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lugano to Milan
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 63 km
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1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lugano to Milan train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Milan trains for today, Tuesday 28 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EuroCity 153 | 12:30 Lugano FLP | 1h38 | 14:08 Milano Lambrate | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 19 | 13:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 14:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 151 | 14:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 15:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 21 | 15:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 16:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 37 | 16:30 Lugano FLP | 1h25 | 17:55 Milano Lambrate | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 23 | 17:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 18:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 173 | 18:10 Lugano FLP | 1h43 | 19:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 25 | 19:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 20:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 27 | 20:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 21:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 29 | 21:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 22:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 11 | 8:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 9:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 13 | 9:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 10:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 31 | 10:30 Lugano FLP | 1h20 | 11:50 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 15 | 11:30 Lugano FLP | 1h23 | 12:53 Milan Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Milan
Trains from Lugano to Milan run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 63 km distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 63 km |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 20m |
First train 5:15 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, DSB, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Lugano to Milan trainsTrenitalia, DSB, Regionale, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Lugano and Milan from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lugano to Milan train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Milan
Most Lugano to Milan trains use the Lugano FLP to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Lambrate. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Milan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lugano station do trains to Milan leave from?
Getting to Lugano FLP from Lugano city centre
Lugano FLP train station facilities and services
Lugano FLP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante Trani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano FLP. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano FLP. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano FLP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano FLP: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano FLP: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano.
Getting to Lugano from Lugano city centre
Lugano train station facilities and services
Lugano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano.
Which Milan station do trains from Lugano arrive at?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Getting to Milano Lambrate from Milan city centre
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate train station facilities and services
Milano Lambrate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Getting to Milano Porta Garibaldi from Milan city centre
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi train station facilities and services
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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