Travelling from Trento to Lugano by train

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

The fastest trains from Trento to Lugano take around 4 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 168 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Trento is scheduled to depart at around 05:43. The last departure is usually at around 19:55. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Trento at around 05:37, with the last train leaving at around 18:21. 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 25 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$73.70.

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 Trento to Lugano?

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

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

The Trento to Lugano train travel takes about 4 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Trento to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Trento at around 05:43 and the last train leaving at around 19:55. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Trento at around 05:37, with the final departure at 18:21.