Travelling from Lugano to Warsaw by train

Considering a train trip from Lugano to Warsaw? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Train cost between Lugano and Warsaw: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from CA$381.55, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Lugano to Warsaw departure timetable

On this route, 19 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Lugano at 04:32 and the last leaving at 22:02 during the week.

For weekend travel to Warsaw, the earliest departure is at 04:32 and the last one is at 22:02. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 29 minutes.

Average train travel time and distance from Lugano to Warsaw

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 17 hours, spanning 1,116 kilometres in total.

How far in advance Lugano and Warsaw tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Lugano and Warsaw are available 5 and a half months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Maximising your travels to Warsaw

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Warsaw.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Lugano to Warsaw by train?

The train route from Lugano to Warsaw covers 1,116 kilometres.

What’s the cost of a train ticket from Lugano to Warsaw?

The cheapest ticket for this journey starts at CA$381.55. Tickets booked 30 days in advance typically cost around . If booked 7 days in advance, the price is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains travelling from Lugano to Warsaw?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 and a half months ahead of the travel date.

How long does the train take from Lugano to Warsaw?

The fastest travel time is 17 hours.