The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Pavia
Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Pavia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Pavia will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $46.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lugano for Pavia on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:30 AM2h00Lugano12:30 PMPavia$461One-way0 transfers
10:30 AM2h00Lugano12:30 PMPavia$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Lugano to Pavia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Pavia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$42 Average price Cheapest | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Pavia take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around $42 (€35) compared to roughly $24 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-17.92 (€-14.67). The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 25m 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.
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 Pavia train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Pavia trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 AM Lugano | 2h00 | 12:30 PM Pavia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Lugano to Pavia by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Pavia
Trains from Lugano to Pavia run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 0m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Lugano to Pavia trainsTrenitalia, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Lugano and Pavia from $33 (€27). 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 Pavia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Pavia 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 Pavia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano to Pavia
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Basilea
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- CHF 1
- Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 640 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Lugano Città–Stazione funicular
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Access is available from Viale della Libertà
- Ristorante Pizzeria Da Giulio
- Trattoria Da Lina
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Moderno
- Hotel Excelsior
- Hotel Aurora
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and long-distance services
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