Travelling from La Spezia to Lugano by train

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

The fastest trains from La Spezia to Lugano take around 4 hours and 42 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 221 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving La Spezia is scheduled to depart at around  01:04. The last departure is usually at around 20:09 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave La Spezia at around 01:04, with the last train leaving at around 20:46. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$62.66.

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 La Spezia to Lugano?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from La Spezia 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 La Spezia to Lugano?

The La Spezia to Lugano train travel takes about 4 hours and 42 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the La Spezia to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving La Spezia at around 01:04 and the last train leaving at around 20:09 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves La Spezia at around 01:04, with the final departure at 20:46.