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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portofino to Lugano
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
5 h 21 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portofino to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portofino to Lugano will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 2 trains that leave Portofino for Lugano on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 190 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 21 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Portofino to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €75.
Distance: 118 miles (190 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€39 Average price | €272 Average price | €38 Average price Cheapest |
4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 54m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Portofino to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Portofino to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:13 AM Portofino | 5h37 | 9:50 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:07 PM Portofino | 5h21 | 7:28 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portofino to Lugano
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Trains from Portofino to Lugano run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:14, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (190 km) distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 118 miles (190 km) |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 04:14 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia from Portofino to Lugano trainsTrenitalia trains will get you between Portofino and Lugano from $28 (€22). 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 Portofino to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino 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 Portofino to Lugano
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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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