1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Somma Lombardo to Arona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £3.
Distance: 14 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price Cheapest | £302 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
52m Average total duration Fastest 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 5m faster (22m by train vs 27m by car) and roughly £300 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£3 vs £302). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Somma Lombardo to Arona run on average 22 times per day, taking around 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 14 km distance in 22m.
Distance 14 km |
Average train duration 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 23:22 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Arona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Arona trip today.
Museum inside the giant statue of San Carlo, presenting the monument’s history and allowing visits within the structure.
Civic archaeology museum displaying finds from the Arona area, useful for understanding local settlement from prehistory to later eras.
Small museum dedicated to mineralogy and rock collections, a local favourite for visitors interested in geology and natural science.
Elegant lakefront promenade for walking, people-watching and views across Lake Maggiore, especially pleasant at sunset.
Main square by the water, lined with historic buildings and ideal for starting a walk through Arona’s old centre.
Popular pedestrian shopping street connecting the centre to the waterfront, good for strolling and absorbing daily local life.
A soft, slightly sweet maize cake from Novara province, traditionally baked for festivals and family gatherings around Lake Maggiore.
The area’s signature rice dish made with Arborio rice, beans, cabbage, salame della duja and pork. A hearty Novara classic.
Air-cured beef from nearby Ossola valleys, seasoned with mountain herbs. It is prized across the wider Piemonte and Lake Maggiore area.
Elegant restaurant near the lake serving refined Italian and regional cuisine with a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Traditional lakeside restaurant known for Lake Maggiore fish, risotto and classic Piedmont dishes in a relaxed setting.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant popular for wood-fired pizzas, pasta and dependable Italian staples close to the centre.
Arona is moderate for Italy: dining and hotels near Lago Maggiore cost more in peak season, while local cafés, casual meals and regional trains remain fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Arona -> Piazza del Popolo, Arona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Somma Lombardo to Arona 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 Arona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Somma Lombardo to Arona trains use the Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Arona station pair. Use this guide to compare Somma Lombardo and Arona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Somma Lombardo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria La Quercia, Osteria della Pista
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Somma Lombardo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Somma Lombardo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Somma Lombardo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Somma Lombardo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Somma Lombardo.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Garden Inn Milan Malpensa, Holiday Inn Express Milan - Malpensa Airport, Hotel Ristorante Tre Leoni.
Arona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Villa Rocchetta, Ristorante Vecchia Arona
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Arona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arona: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arona: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Concorde, Hotel Antares, Hotel Atlantic.
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