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Compare train and bus for Lucca to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucca to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $72. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $72, and a train costs an average of $63.
Distance: 167 miles (270 km)
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$92 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest |
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Lucca to Lugano trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Frecciarossa?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Frecciarossa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Italo, Intercity or Regionale to find the best option for your trip from Lucca to Lugano.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Frecciarossa with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lucca to Lugano.
Why book with Omio over Raileurope?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Lucca to Lugano.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucca to Lugano
Trains from Lucca to Lugano run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 167 miles (270 km) distance in 6h 7m.
Distance 167 miles (270 km) |
Average train duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 7m |
First train 06:48 |
Last train 17:30 |
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Cheapest day Thu |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Regionale from Lucca to Lugano trainsFrecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Lucca and Lugano from $63 (€51). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucca to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucca to Lugano by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucca to Lugano
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Piazzale Ricasoli.
- Ristorante Giglio
- Osteria Baralla
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Grand Universe Lucca
- Hotel Ilaria
- Albergo San Martino
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Pisa, Florence, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Pisa and Florence
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center
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