Travel from Lugano by public transport
Lugano, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland: compare public transport by train, bus, ferry and flight. Choose a destination to see every connection, the number of changes and estimated fares.
Operators from Lugano
- Trenitalia
- SBB CFF FFS
- Trenord
Destinations from Lugano
Day trips
Under 2½ hours door to door, close enough to go and come back the same day.
| Destination | Fastest journey | Straight-line distance | Number of changes | Means of transport | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Lugano to Milan
Direct
Served by Trenitalia · SBB CFF FFS · Trenord
|
1 hour, 20 minutes
1 hour, 33 minutes door to door
|
63 km | Direct |
|
~€6–12 |
Journey times are between stations on the fastest connection; door-to-door times include local transport from the city centre. Prices are estimates; check the final fare with the operator.
Airports near Lugano
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LUGLugano Airport4 km
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ZJILocarno airfield18 km
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MXPMilan–Malpensa "Silvio Berlusconi" Airport46 km
Travel to Lugano
Frequently asked questions
Where can I travel from Lugano by public transport?
From Lugano you can travel to destinations such as Milan. Open a route to compare every connection, or search for any other destination.
What is the quickest trip from Lugano?
The quickest listed trip is Lugano to Milan: about 1h 20min between stations, or 1h 33min door to door.
Which direct connections leave from Lugano?
You can travel from Lugano without changing to Milan.
How much does public transport from Lugano cost?
Estimated fares from Lugano include Milan ~€6–12. Prices are estimates; check the final fare with the operator.
Which airports serve Lugano?
Lugano is served by Lugano Airport (LUG, 4 km from the centre), Locarno airfield (ZJI, 18 km from the centre), Milan–Malpensa "Silvio Berlusconi" Airport (MXP, 46 km from the centre).
Which companies run trains and buses from Lugano?
Connections from Lugano are run by Trenitalia, SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, among others.