The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Rome
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Rome will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
To travel from Lugano to Rome you need to make at least one change.
EuroCity 13+
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2463+
Intercity 5849:3011h15Lugano FLP20:45Rome Termini£851One-way2 changes
EuroCity 25+
Intercity 687+
InterCityNotte 79919:3010h13Lugano FLP5:43Rome Ostiense£871One-way2 changes
EuroCity 19+
Intercity 641+
InterCityNotte 79513:309h53Lugano FLP23:23Rome Ostiense£881One-way2 changes
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 59412:309h50Lugano FLP22:20Rome Termini£931One-way1 change
EuroCity 11+
FRECCIAROSSA 95278:305h19Lugano FLP13:49Rome Termini£1121One-way1 change
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 964313:305h10Lugano FLP18:40Rome Termini£1131One-way1 change
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 964714:305h10Lugano FLP19:40Rome Termini£1121One-way1 change
EuroCity 11+
FRECCIAROSSA 95278:305h19Lugano FLP13:49Rome Termini£1121One-way1 change
EuroCity 13+
FRECCIAROSSA 95879:305h19Lugano FLP14:49Rome Termini£1121One-way1 change
EuroCity 31+
FRECCIAROSSA 953510:305h19Lugano FLP15:49Rome Termini£1131One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lugano to Rome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 537 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£89 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lugano to Rome train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Rome trains for today, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 8:30 Lugano FLP | 5h19 | 13:49 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 301+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 10:30 Lugano FLP | 5h19 | 15:49 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9539 | 11:30 Lugano FLP | 5h19 | 16:49 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 12:30 Lugano FLP | 9h50 | 22:20 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9643 | 13:30 Lugano FLP | 5h10 | 18:40 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ Intercity 641+ InterCityNotte 795 | 13:30 Lugano FLP | 9h53 | 23:23 Rome Ostiense | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9647 | 14:30 Lugano FLP | 5h10 | 19:40 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 16:30 Lugano FLP | 5h24 | 21:54 Rome Termini | 1 change | |
EuroCity 25+ Regionale TRENORD 2643+ InterCityNotte 763 | 19:30 Lugano FLP | 10h36 | 6:06 Rome Termini | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Rome
Trains from Lugano to Rome run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 537 km distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 537 km |
Average train duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lugano to Rome trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca, Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Rome from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Italo
Intercity
Intercity Notte
Frecciabianca
Trenitalia
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Lugano to Rome train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Rome
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
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