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MASI Lugano
Lugano’s leading art museum presents major modern and contemporary exhibitions in a striking lakeside cultural complex.
Cheapest price
€101
Average price
€137
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
6 h 7 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
537 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lugano will cost around €137 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Lugano without transferring at least once.
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EuroCity 20Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €70.
Distance: 333 miles (537 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€105 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €215 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Lugano:
A bus is €73 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Lugano costing on average €102.
A bus is €82 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Lugano costing on average €112.
Other travel options to Lugano take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 15m.
Bus takes on average 9h 30m.
Tickets start at around €102 compared to roughly €213 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €111. The journey takes 7h 15m versus 7h 8m 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 Italo.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9400 · FRECCIAROSSA 9802+ EuroCity 178 | 5:05 AM Rome Termini | 6h45 | 11:50 AM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
9904+ EuroCity 178 | 5:15 AM Rome Termini | 6h35 | 11:50 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9904+ EuroCity 16 | 5:15 AM Rome Termini | 9h13 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9904+ EuroCity 150 | 5:15 AM Rome Termini | 7h13 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 150 | 6:15 AM Rome Termini | 6h13 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 16 | 6:15 AM Rome Termini | 8h13 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9908+ EuroCity 20 | 6:15 AM Rome Termini | 10h13 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9610+ EuroCity 150 | 6:45 AM Rome Termini | 5h43 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9304+ EuroCity 30 | 6:55 AM Rome Termini | 6h33 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 16 | 7:10 AM Rome Termini | 7h18 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 20 | 7:10 AM Rome Termini | 9h18 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 22 | 7:10 AM Rome Termini | 10h18 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490 · FRECCIAROSSA 8810+ EuroCity 16 | 8:05 AM Rome Termini | 6h23 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
9916+ EuroCity 20 | 8:10 AM Rome Termini | 8h18 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9916+ EuroCity 16 | 8:10 AM Rome Termini | 6h18 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9916+ EuroCity 22 | 8:10 AM Rome Termini | 9h18 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9920+ EuroCity 24 | 9:10 AM Rome Termini | 9h18 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9920+ EuroCity 20 | 9:10 AM Rome Termini | 7h18 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9920+ EuroCity 22 | 9:10 AM Rome Termini | 8h18 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 · FRECCIAROSSA 8814+ EuroCity 20 | 10:05 AM Rome Termini | 6h23 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
9924+ EuroCity 20 | 10:10 AM Rome Termini | 6h18 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9924+ EuroCity 22 | 10:10 AM Rome Termini | 7h18 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9924+ EuroCity 24 | 10:10 AM Rome Termini | 8h18 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588 · Intercity 608+ EuroCity 36 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 9h08 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Rome to Lugano run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €70 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 333 miles (537 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 333 miles (537 km) |
Average train duration 7h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Lugano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lugano trip today.
Lugano’s leading art museum presents major modern and contemporary exhibitions in a striking lakeside cultural complex.
Intimate museum inside the church complex, famous for Bernardino Luini frescoes and Renaissance religious art of exceptional local importance.
Museum and archive dedicated to writer Hermann Hesse in nearby Montagnola. It is essential for literary fans and lovers of the Collina d’Oro setting.
Lugano’s elegant waterfront park offers flowerbeds, sculptures, and lake views. It is one of the city’s most relaxing and photogenic walking areas.
The city’s famous shopping street is lined with arcades, boutiques, and historic buildings. It is ideal for strolling through central Lugano.
Main square facing the lake and city hall, often animated by markets and events. It is the natural hub of Lugano’s historic center.
A rich polenta dish from Ticino, often topped with braised beef, rabbit, or cheese. It reflects the region's Alpine farming roots and northern Italian influence.
Slow-cooked beef braise in red wine, commonly served with polenta. It is a hearty Ticinese classic suited to the cooler mountain climate.
Lake fish such as perch or pike-perch, usually simply grilled or pan-fried. It showcases the fresh catch from nearby lakes in southern Switzerland.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Villa Principe Leopoldo, known for refined Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with panoramic views over Lugano.
Historic lakeside restaurant serving polished Ticinese and Italian dishes in a classic setting near Parco Ciani.
Traditional grotto-style venue above Lugano, appreciated for local specialties, grilled meats, polenta, and a rustic hillside atmosphere.
Very high by Swiss standards: hotels, dining, and local transport usually cost more than in nearby Italian cities and many European lake destinations.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up small taxi fares and café bills.
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Lugano Stazione -> Piazza della Riforma
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

Most Rome to Lugano trains use the Roma Termini to Lugano FLP station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Ostiense is 2 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Ostiense has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ramen Bar Akira, Eataly Roma
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Roma Ostiense. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Roma Ostiense. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Ostiense: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Ostiense: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Abitart, Hotel San Anselmo, Hotel Villa San Pio.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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 options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante Trani
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Lugano FLP. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lugano FLP. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lugano FLP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lugano FLP: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano FLP: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano.
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