Bologna Lugano train

Travel between Bologna, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland by train is: Unrestricted.

Can I enter Switzerland from Italy?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Italy

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Switzerland from Bologna?

Conditions of entry:

• There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Lugano, Switzerland?

All travelers in Switzerland must observe these coronavirus safety measures:

• Physical distance: metre (s) ( feet)
• Face mask: Regional advice

The information above was last checked on 5/2/23. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your train to Lugano from Bologna as this information can change.

The restriction level for your return train to Bologna, Italy from Lugano is: Unrestricted.

Is my return train into Bologna from Lugano restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Switzerland

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Italy from Lugano?

Conditions of reentry:

• There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Bologna, Italy?

The government of Italy has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask required: Recommended

Last checked on 5/17/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Bologna from Lugano closer to your date of departure here here.

Train tickets between Bologna and Lugano for some dates and times can be found for as cheap as $38 (€33)  one way in the next 7 days.

The train price to Lugano from Bologna is on average $44 (€39)  if you are looking to purchase your tickets for this route in the next 7 days.

When traveling this route you should expect the distance between Bologna and Lugano by train to be approximately 156 miles (251 km).

The train time between Bologna and Lugano is on average 3 h 54 min  for the 156 mile (251 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Lugano from Bologna by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

There are a few train stations in Bologna to start your journey from including Bologna Centrale, Bologna Corticella and Bologna Mazzini. In Lugano you have a few train station options to choose from for your arrival including Lugano, Lugano FLP and Lugano, Stazione.

Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Bologna Centrale   and arrive in Lugano.

Passengers booking this route most frequently board their trains from Bologna Centrale and need to travel around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) from the city center to get to this train station.

Passengers arriving in Lugano most often arrive at Lugano and need to travel around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) from this train station to the city center.

For the best Bologna to Lugano train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Trenitalia or Frecciarossa. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Bologna and Lugano to compare what amenities they may offer.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day between Bologna and Lugano. If you’re looking for a direct train, consider traveling with Trenitalia. Nonstop train services tend to offer more convenience and save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking your train tickets.

On average, there are 15 trains a day from Bologna to Lugano. The train times and services may be different on weekends and holidays compared to weekdays.

You can take the earliest train from Bologna to Lugano at 4: 50 AM   or take the last train from Bologna to Lugano leaving at 3: 36 PM. Look for the latest Bologna to Lugano train schedules on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this route.

If you buy the Bologna to Lugano train within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $44 (€39). However, booking your train ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for trains from Bologna to Lugano. Look out for train tickets for this trip to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.