Gallarate to Lugano by train

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Overview: trains from Gallarate to Lugano

Find the key information for travelling by train from Gallarate to Lugano, 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 05:47 View journey
Last train 23:47 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 59m View journey
Distance (km) 40
Trains / day 28 View all
Cheapest journey US$18.50 View journey
Avg journey time 1hr 4m
Train operators 5

Travelling from Gallarate to Lugano by train

Considering a train trip from Gallarate to Lugano? 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.

Cost of train travel from Gallarate to Lugano

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Gallarate to Lugano:

  • Cheapest ticket: US$18.50

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel between Gallarate and Lugano

If you are taking the train from Gallarate to Lugano, you will have 28 trains each day (with a departure every 50 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 05:47. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 23:47. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:45, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 23:47.

Travel time and distance between Gallarate and Lugano

The route’s fastest journey takes 59 minutes, covering a total of 40 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets between Gallarate and Lugano?

Tickets along this route go on sale 6 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Making the most of your trip to Lugano

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Lugano.

FAQs about the train journey from Gallarate to Lugano

Want to know more about your journey from Gallarate to Lugano? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Gallarate and Lugano is 40 kilometres.

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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.