Travelling from Lugano to Malpensa Airport by train

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

The fastest trains from Lugano to Malpensa Airport take around 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 46 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Lugano is scheduled to depart at around  05:06. The last departure is usually at around 21:06 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lugano at around 05:06, with the last train leaving at around 21:06. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 17 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$33.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Malpensa Airport, 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 Malpensa Airport.

Is there a direct train from Lugano to Malpensa Airport?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Lugano to Malpensa Airport every weekday 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 at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Lugano to Malpensa Airport?

The Lugano to Malpensa Airport train travel takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Lugano to Malpensa Airport train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Malpensa Airport leaving Lugano at around 05:06 and the last train leaving at around 21:06 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lugano at around 05:06, with the final departure at 21:06.