Lugano to Barcelona by train

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Overview: trains from Lugano to Barcelona

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lugano to Barcelona, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:32 View journey
Last train 23:05 View journey
Avg changes 3
Fastest journey 12hr 32m View journey
Distance (km) 751
Trains / day 10 View all
Cheapest journey AU$334.34 View journey
Avg journey time 24hr 48m
Train operators 37

Lugano to Barcelona train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Lugano to Barcelona by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Lugano to Barcelona take around 12 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 751 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lugano is scheduled to depart at around  04:32. The last departure is usually at around 23:05. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 10 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$334.34.

We think any time is a great time to visit Barcelona, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Barcelona.

Is there a direct train from Lugano to Barcelona?

The journey between Lugano and Barcelona usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Lugano to Barcelona?

The Lugano to Barcelona train travel takes about 12 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lugano to Barcelona train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Barcelona leaving Lugano at around 04:32 and the last train leaving at around 23:05. This is the same at the weekend.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.