The cheapest and fastest trains from Pavia to Lugano
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pavia to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pavia to Lugano will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 trains that leave Pavia for Lugano on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.




Live departures
Pavia to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Pavia to Lugano trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2354+ EuroCity 10 | 5:00 AM Pavia station | 2h28 | 7:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3016+ EuroCity 12 | 6:00 AM Pavia station | 2h28 | 8:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10756 · Regionale Veloce 2357+ EuroCity 14 | 6:48 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2h40 | 9:28 AM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2357+ EuroCity 14 | 7:00 AM Pavia station | 2h28 | 9:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10758 · Regionale Veloce 3019+ EuroCity 178 | 7:47 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 3h03 | 10:50 AM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3019+ EuroCity 178 | 8:07 AM Pavia station | 2h43 | 10:50 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TRENORD 760A · Regionale TRENORD 2362+ EuroCity 150 | 8:44 AM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2h44 | 11:28 AM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2362+ EuroCity 150 | 9:00 AM Pavia station | 2h28 | 11:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
S13 TRENORD 24436+ EuroCity 30 | 10:09 AM Pavia station | 2h19 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2394+ EuroCity 24 | 3:00 PM Pavia station | 2h28 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10774 · Regionale 3075+ EuroCity 306 | 3:47 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2h41 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 3075+ EuroCity 306 | 4:06 PM Pavia station | 2h22 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10776 · Regionale Veloce 2397+ EuroCity 126 | 4:47 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2h41 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 2397+ EuroCity 126 | 5:00 PM Pavia station | 2h28 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 10778 · Regionale Veloce 3079+ EuroCity 28 | 5:47 PM Pavia Porta Garibaldi | 2h41 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3079+ EuroCity 28 | 6:00 PM Pavia station | 2h28 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pavia to Lugano
Trains from Pavia to Lugano run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 57 miles (93 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Pavia to Lugano trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Pavia and Lugano from $23 (€18). 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 Pavia to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pavia 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 Pavia to Lugano
- 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
- 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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