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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$38
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$38
Fastest journey on Aug 29
1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
1 h 40 m
Trains on Aug 29
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 1 trains from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 40 m 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.
9:10 AM1h40Milan Centrale10:50 AMLugano, Piazza Loreto$381One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM1h40Milan Centrale10:50 AMLugano, Piazza Loreto$381One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a train costs an average of $29.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m 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 Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Lugano, Piazza Loreto take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $78 (€63) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 1h 20m versus 1h 7m 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 Trenitalia, 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
Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 1h18 | 5:28 PM Lugano, Piazza Loreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| 9:10 AM Milan Centrale | 1h40 | 10:50 AM Lugano, Piazza Loreto | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 6:10 PM |
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Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenord from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto trainsTrenitalia, Trenord trains will get you between Milan Centrale and Lugano, Piazza Loreto from $10 (€8). 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 Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto 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, Piazza Loreto, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto
Most Milan Centrale to Lugano, Piazza Loreto trains use the Milano Centrale to Lugano FLP station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Lugano, Piazza Loreto train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
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