Train from Venice to Lugano: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Venice to Lugano on 26 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
LuganoCheapestFastest
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
LuganoNo tags
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
LuganoNo tags
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
LuganoNo tags
Trenitalia EurocityTrain
Stazione di Venezia Mestre
LuganoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 05:18 CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Venice to Lugano

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just €19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
3hAverage duration
269 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€18 - €80Average duration7h 45m
7kg CO₂e
Average price€52 - €116Average duration3h 58m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average price€19 - €32Average duration3h
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Venice to Lugano by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Venice to Lugano?

    The cheapest train tickets from Venice to Lugano start from €52. The average price for this train route is around €85. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Venice to Lugano?

    The average train journey time from Venice to Lugano is 3h 58m, covering a distance of 262 km. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 58m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which train operators serve the Venice to Lugano route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Venice to Lugano?

    The earliest train from Venice to Lugano departs at 15:18. And the latest train departs at 16:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
21/01
€73
22/01
€73
Today
€70
24/01
No data
25/01
No data
26/01
€63
27/01
€48
28/01
€55
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Venice to Lugano was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of €48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Venice to Lugano as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €48 to €112 for a train ticket from Venice to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €48, which is on 2026-01-27.

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