The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Venice
Cheapest price
€63
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Venice will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
Of the 26 trains that leave Lugano for Venice on Sat, Dec 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct trains cover the 269 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 58 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 33 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.
EuroCity 173+
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale Veloce 3521
EuroCity 37+
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501
EuroCity 151+
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551
EuroCity 19+
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507
EuroCity 21+
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
EuroCity 19+
FRECCIAROSSA 9737
EuroCity 301
EuroCity 123+
FRECCIAROSSA 9757
EuroCity 301+
8983Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lugano to Venice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 269 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€54 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest | €243 Average price |
5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 6m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lugano to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Venice trains for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 13+ 8983 | On time 8:30 AM Lugano FLP | 5h33 | 2:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 13+ 8987 | 8:30 AM Lugano FLP | 7h33 | 4:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 13+ 8981 | 8:30 AM Lugano FLP | 4h33 | 1:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 | 10:30 AM Lugano FLP | 5h20 | 3:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 15+ 8997 | 10:30 AM Lugano FLP | 10h33 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ 8987 | 10:30 AM Lugano FLP | 5h33 | 4:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 15+ 8995 | 10:30 AM Lugano FLP | 9h33 | 8:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ 8997 | 12:30 PM Lugano FLP | 8h33 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | On time 12:30 PM Lugano FLP | 4h00 | 4:30 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 19+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 | 12:30 PM Lugano FLP | 5h20 | 5:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 19+ 8995 | 12:30 PM Lugano FLP | 7h33 | 8:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ 8995 | 1:30 PM Lugano FLP | 6h33 | 8:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ 8997 | 1:30 PM Lugano FLP | 7h33 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 151+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3551 | 1:30 PM Lugano FLP | 5h20 | 6:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 21+ 8995 | 2:30 PM Lugano FLP | 5h33 | 8:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ 8997 | 2:30 PM Lugano FLP | 6h33 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 2:30 PM Lugano FLP | 3h58 | 6:28 PM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 21+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 | 2:30 PM Lugano FLP | 5h20 | 7:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3501 | 3:30 PM Lugano FLP | 5h33 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 37+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 3:30 PM Lugano FLP | 6h50 | 10:20 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 123+ 8997 | On time 4:30 PM Lugano FLP | 4h33 | 9:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | On time 4:30 PM Lugano FLP | 4h12 | 8:42 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 173+ Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 3521 | 5:10 PM Lugano FLP | 5h40 | 10:50 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
EuroCity 11+ 8981 | 7:30 AM Lugano FLP | 5h33 | 1:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 11+ 8987 | 7:30 AM Lugano FLP | 8h33 | 4:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 11+ 8983 | 7:30 AM Lugano FLP | 6h33 | 2:03 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Lugano to Venice
Trains from Lugano to Venice run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 18:57. The fastest train covers the 269 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 269 km |
Average train duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 18:57 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lugano to Venice trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Venice from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Italo
Intercity
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Lugano, you have various train station options to start your route from including Lugano, Lugano, Stazione and Lugano Stazione TPL. When arriving in Venice, you can end your journey in train stations like Venice Santa Lucia, Venice Mestre and Venice.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Lugano, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Venice Santa Lucia, located 0 miles (0 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano to Venice
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi available throughout station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
- GROM Ice Cream
- Venchi Cioccolato
- Bistrot
- Tentazione Café
- L’Artenl Gelato
- Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
- Venice Times Hotel
- Hotel Antiche Figure
- Hotel Abbazia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located in the main passenger area.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 3, N
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, RER, EC, EN, RJ, VSOE
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
- McDonald’s
- Chock Full O'Nuts
- Puro Gusto
- Juice Bar
- Rossosapore
- Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
- Best Western Hotel Tritone
- The Plaza Hotel
- Hotel Villa Constanza
- Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30
- Located in the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 2, 3, 10, 15, 18, 25a, 31, 31H, 32, 32H, 33H, 34H, 43, 53, 86, N1, 8AE
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, EC, RJ, IC, EN, ICN, R, Italo
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