Travelling from Venice to Lugano by train

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

The fastest trains from Venice to Lugano take around 3 hours and 58 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 269 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Venice is scheduled to depart at around  05:39. The last departure is usually at around 16:18 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Venice at around 05:26, with the last train leaving at around 19:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 23 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$54.60.

We think any time is a great time to visit Lugano, 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 Lugano.

Is there a direct train from Venice to Lugano?

The journey between Venice and Lugano usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Venice to Lugano every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Venice to Lugano train travel takes about 3 hours and 58 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Venice to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Venice at around 05:39 and the last train leaving at around 16:18 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Venice at around 05:26, with the final departure at 19:00.