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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
It's difficult to get from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 29+
Regionale TRENORD 29889:30 PM2h48Lugano FLP12:18 AMMalpensa Airport T1$551One-way1 transfer- EuroCity 29+Regionale TRENORD 29889:30 PM2h56Lugano FLP12:26 AMMalpensa Airport T2$551One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 29+Regionale TRENORD 29889:30 PM2h48Lugano FLP12:18 AMMalpensa Airport T1$551One-way1 transfer
- EuroCity 29+Regionale TRENORD 29889:30 PM2h56Lugano FLP12:26 AMMalpensa Airport T2$551One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $45.
Distance: 27 miles (45 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average price | $26 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport:
A bus is $27 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport costing on average $52 (€42).
Other travel options to Milan Malpensa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 13m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $76 (€61) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Trenord.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport trains for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EuroCity 29+Regionale TRENORD 2988 | 9:30 PM Lugano FLP | 2h48 | 12:18 AM Malpensa Airport T1 | 1 transfer | |
| EuroCity 29+Regionale TRENORD 2988 | 9:30 PM Lugano FLP | 2h56 | 12:26 AM Malpensa Airport T2 | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport
Switzerland
Italy
Trains from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€36) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (45 km) distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 27 miles (45 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€36) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 6:30 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Lugano and Milan Malpensa Airport from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Trenitalia
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Trenord
FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport 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 Milan Malpensa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport
Most Lugano to Milan Malpensa Airport trains use the Lugano FLP to Milano Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Milan Malpensa Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Lugano FLP from Lugano city centre
Lugano FLP train station facilities and services
Lugano FLP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante Trani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano FLP. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano FLP. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano FLP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano FLP: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano FLP: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano.
Getting to Lugano from Lugano city centre
Lugano train station facilities and services
Lugano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano.
Most popular train connections from Lugano
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