How much does a train ticket from Lugano to Milano cost?

The average train ticket price from Lugano to Milano is $42. The best way to find train tickets from Lugano to Milano is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Lugano to Milano?

A train trip between Lugano and Milano is around 1h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 40 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Lugano and Milano?

The number of trains from Lugano to Milano can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Lugano to Milano by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Lugano to Milano?

When taking the train from Lugano to Milano, you can travel comfortably and safely with Trenitalia.

Train Lugano to Milano from $31

Next train departures

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Lugano	1h 23m	10:53am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 43m	10:13am	Rogoredo	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 43m	10:13am	Rogoredo	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Lugano	1h 23m	10:53am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 43m	10:13am	Rogoredo	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 43m	10:13am	Rogoredo	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Lugano	1h 23m	10:53am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 43m	10:13am	Rogoredo	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 43m	10:13am	Rogoredo	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	10:30am	Lugano	1h 20m	11:50am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	10:30am	Lugano	1h 20m	11:50am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Lugano	1h 23m	10:53am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags

Next departures for Lugano to Milano on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	Cheapest
Train	9:30am	Lugano	1h 23m	10:53am	Milano Centrale	Fastest
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 25m	9:55am	Milano Lambrate	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:07 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Lugano to Milano

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Milano. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $4, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

40 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $138	Average Duration1h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$35 - $53	Average Duration1h 23m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$4 - $18	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Trenitalia

4/556 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi2.3

Based on 56 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at $35

Train and bus companies in IT:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lugano to Milano by train

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Which train companies travel from Lugano to Milano?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/17

$38

11/18

$38

Today

$38

11/20

$38

11/21

$38

11/22

$35

11/23

$35

11/24

$35

The cheapest trip from Lugano to Milano was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $49 for a train ticket from Lugano to Milano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-22.