The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Lugano
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €41
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €50
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 4 h 38 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 4 h 44 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Lugano will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €41.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Bologna to Lugano, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 251 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 38 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 4 h 52 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.

2:50 PM 4h38 Bologna 7:28 PM Lugano €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:50 PM 4h38 Bologna 6:28 PM Lugano €50 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:58 AM 4h52 Bologna 9:50 AM Lugano €51 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:58 AM 4h52 Bologna 10:50 AM Lugano €51 1 One-way 0 transfers
12:50 PM 4h38 Bologna 5:28 PM Lugano €56 1 One-way 0 transfers

12:50 PM 4h38 Bologna 5:28 PM Lugano €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
2:50 PM 4h38 Bologna 7:28 PM Lugano €41 1 One-way 0 transfers
1:50 PM 4h38 Bologna 6:28 PM Lugano €50 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:58 AM 4h52 Bologna 10:50 AM Lugano €51 1 One-way 0 transfers
4:58 AM 4h52 Bologna 9:50 AM Lugano €51 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Lugano
Trains from Bologna to Lugano run on average 45 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €4 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 251 km distance in 1h 35m.
Distance 251 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 35m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Bologna to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Lugano trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 5:53 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h35 | 10:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+ EuroCity 178 | 6:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h52 | 11:50 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9504+ EuroCity 14 | 7:31 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h57 | 10:28 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9508+ EuroCity 178 | 8:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h14 | 11:50 AM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 30 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 0 transfersDirect | |
9908+ EuroCity 16 | 9:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h22 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9968+ EuroCity 16 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h17 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9968+ EuroCity 150 | 9:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ EuroCity 150 | 9:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 12:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9912+ EuroCity 16 | 10:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628+ EuroCity 32 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 5h18 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
9972+ EuroCity 16 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9972+ EuroCity 22 | 10:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 7h17 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9916+ EuroCity 16 | 11:06 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9974+ EuroCity 16 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9974+ EuroCity 22 | 11:11 AM Bologna Centrale | 6h17 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ EuroCity 16 | 11:36 AM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 2:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9920+ EuroCity 22 | 12:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h22 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9976+ EuroCity 24 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 6h17 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9976+ EuroCity 22 | 12:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h17 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ EuroCity 32 | 12:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9924+ EuroCity 22 | 1:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 22 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9978+ EuroCity 24 | 1:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h17 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ EuroCity 20 | 1:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 4:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2490+ EuroCity 24 | 1:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 22 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 306 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h22 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9928+ EuroCity 24 | 2:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ EuroCity 22 | 2:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 5:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ EuroCity 306 | 3:04 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h24 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9932+ EuroCity 24 | 3:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9982+ EuroCity 306 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9982+ EuroCity 24 | 3:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+ EuroCity 24 | 3:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 6:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 126 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h38 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 28 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 5h22 | 9:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 306 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
8134+ EuroCity 126 | 4:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h22 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ EuroCity 306 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 7:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9940+ EuroCity 126 | 5:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9986+ EuroCity 126 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h17 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9986+ EuroCity 28 | 5:11 PM Bologna Centrale | 4h17 | 9:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ EuroCity 126 | 5:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 8:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
9946+ EuroCity 28 | 6:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 3h22 | 9:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ EuroCity 28 | 6:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 2h52 | 9:28 PM Lugano FLP | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna to Lugano
Most Bologna to Lugano trains use the Bologna Centrale to Lugano FLP station pair, with some services arriving at Lugano. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Lugano leave from?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna 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: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna Mazzini from Bologna city centre
Bologna Mazzini is 3 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Mazzini train station facilities and services
Bologna Mazzini has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: CA.FÉ MAZZINI, Gelateria Mazzini
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bologna Mazzini.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Mazzini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Mazzini: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Mazzini: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Camplus Mazzini, Hotel Blumen, Hotel Sant'Orsola City House.
Getting to Bologna S. Vitale from Bologna city centre
Bologna S. Vitale is 2 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna S. Vitale train station facilities and services
Bologna S. Vitale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna S. Vitale.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna S. Vitale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna S. Vitale: Elevators, ramps.
Which Lugano station do trains from Bologna arrive at?
Getting to Lugano FLP from Lugano city centre
Lugano FLP train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante Trani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano FLP. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano FLP. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano FLP: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano FLP: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano FLP: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano, Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano.
Getting to Lugano from Lugano city centre
Lugano train station facilities and services
Lugano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano.
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