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MASI Lugano at LAC
Lugano’s flagship art museum presents modern and contemporary exhibitions in a lakeside cultural centre. A top stop for architecture, art and temporary shows.
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£47
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£55
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
3 h 58 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
5 h 3 m
Trains on 06 Oct
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 £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 12 trains from Venice to Lugano, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.
Regionale Veloce 3482 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 24
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+
EuroCity 150
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+
EuroCity 32
Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+
EuroCity 22
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+
EuroCity 22
EuroCity 36
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
EuroCity 178
Regionale Veloce 3482 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+
EuroCity 30
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+
EuroCity 24Trains from Venice to Lugano run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
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 3h 33m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17176 · Regionale TRENORD 2620+ EuroCity 178 | 5:04 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h46 | 11:50 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3961+ EuroCity 30 | 5:40 Venice Santa Lucia | 7h48 | 13:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2622+ EuroCity 150 | 6:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 12:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3482 · Regionale TRENORD 2624+ EuroCity 30 | 7:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 13:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ EuroCity 178 | 7:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h32 | 11:50 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2626+ EuroCity 16 | 8:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 14:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 32 | 9:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 15:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ EuroCity 20 | 9:34 Venice Mestre | 6h54 | 16:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3488 · Regionale TRENORD 2632+ EuroCity 22 | 11:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 17:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2634+ EuroCity 24 | 12:10 Venice Santa Lucia | 6h18 | 18:28 Lugano FLP | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ EuroCity 22 | 13:30 Venice Mestre | 3h58 | 17:28 Lugano FLP | 1 change | |
EuroCity 36 | 15:18 Venice Santa Lucia | 4h10 | 19:28 Lugano FLP | 0 changesdirect | |
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Discover the best of Lugano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lugano trip today.
Lugano’s flagship art museum presents modern and contemporary exhibitions in a lakeside cultural centre. A top stop for architecture, art and temporary shows.
A lakeside museum in Villa Ciani with exhibitions on Swiss customs, arts and regional culture. It is a manageable visit near the city centre and park.
Museum of customs and smuggling history in Cantine di Gandria. It offers a distinctive local story in a scenic lakeside setting reached on foot or by boat.
Elegant central square facing the lake, lined with historic buildings and arcades. It is the classic meeting point for views, walks and city atmosphere.
Large lakeside park with mature trees, lawns, sculptures and open views. Ideal for a relaxed stroll close to museums, the waterfront and the city centre.
The main promenade along Lake Lugano, popular for walking, photographs and easy access to cultural sites. A simple way to enjoy the city’s lakeside setting.
Creamy polenta from maize meal, a staple in Ticino often served with braised meats or cheese. It reflects the region’s Alpine-Italian food heritage.
Slow-cooked beef braise in red wine, traditionally served with polenta. It is a classic celebratory dish in Ticino and northern Italian-influenced homes.
Air-dried raw salami from Ticino pork, seasoned and cured. It is a traditional local charcuterie eaten as an antipasto or with bread and wine.
Elegant dining room in central Lugano offering refined Italian cuisine, seafood and tasting menus in a formal atmosphere.
Historic grotto-style venue known for Ticinese classics, local wines and a relaxed traditional atmosphere near the centre.
Well-known lakeside restaurant serving fish, pasta and regional dishes with scenic views and a polished but approachable setting.
Lugano is pricier than many Swiss and Italian-border cities, with high hotel rates, dining costs and everyday expenses; public transport is efficient but not cheap.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
Official public transport app
Lugano Stazione -> Piazza della Riforma, Lugano
The most popular day trips by train from Lugano are Bellinzona, Locarno, Mendrisio, Chiasso and Como. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lugano on Omio.

Bellinzona is best known for its three medieval castles, which rise above a compact Ticino centre. Italian-speaking and relaxed, it mixes fortress history with arcaded streets and Alpine surroundings.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 13m.

Locarno is a lakeside town in Ticino known for its mild climate, palm-lined waterfront and Piazza Grande. Between Lake Maggiore and the hills, it blends Swiss order with a Mediterranean atmosphere and a noted film festival.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 32m.

Mendrisio is a small Ticino town known for wine, a compact historic centre and FoxTown. Its Italian-speaking character, old churches and setting near Monte Generoso give it a relaxed Lombard feel within Switzerland.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 16m.

Chiasso is a border town in southern Switzerland known as the country’s southern gateway to Italy. Its character is shaped by cross-border trade, everyday commerce and a more urban feel than many Swiss towns.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 24m.

Como sits at the southern tip of Lake Como, where elegant streets meet a busy waterfront and steep green hills. Known for silk, historic churches and graceful villas, it feels polished yet relaxed.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 38m.
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.

Most Venice to Lugano trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Lugano FLP station pair, with some services arriving at Lugano. Use this guide to compare Venice and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Santa Lucia 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 options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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 options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante Trani
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Ticket office support is available at Lugano FLP. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lugano FLP. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lugano FLP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lugano FLP: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano FLP: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano.
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 options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lugano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lugano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lugano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lugano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano.
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