The cheapest and fastest trains from Pisa to Lugano
Cheapest price
€73
Average price
€107
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
93
Distance
279 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pisa to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pisa to Lugano will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €73.
It's difficult to get from Pisa to Lugano without transferring at least 2 times.
Regionale 18361 · Regionale TTPER 19246+
EuroCity 30
Intercity 674+
EuroCity 32
Intercity 662+
EuroCity 150
InterCityNotte 794+
Intercity 745+
EuroCity 18
FRECCIABIANCA 8616+
EuroCity 34
ETRUSCHI LINE 4014+
FRECCIAROSSA 9512+
EuroCity 150
Tuscany Line 4038+
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+
EuroCity 32
Regionale Veloce 4042+
FRECCIAROSSA 9544+
EuroCity 22
Regionale Veloce 4036+
FRECCIAROSSA 9584+
EuroCity 20
TUSCANY LINE 4020+
FRECCIAROSSA 9520+
EuroCity 16Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Pisa to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pisa to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 279 km
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5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Pisa to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Pisa to Lugano trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:11 AM Pisa | 7h17 | 6:28 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:20 AM Pisa | 8h08 | 7:28 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
Regionale 18250+ 9912+ EuroCity 16 | 3:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 10h13 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18250+ 9920+ EuroCity 18 | 3:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 12h13 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18250+ 9912+ EuroCity 18 | 3:15 AM Pisa Centrale | 12h13 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18252+ 9920+ EuroCity 18 | 4:19 AM Pisa Centrale | 11h09 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18252+ 9912+ EuroCity 16 | 4:19 AM Pisa Centrale | 9h09 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18252+ 9912+ EuroCity 18 | 4:19 AM Pisa Centrale | 11h09 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18254+ 9912+ EuroCity 16 | 4:39 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h49 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18254+ 9920+ EuroCity 18 | 4:39 AM Pisa Centrale | 10h49 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18254+ 9912+ EuroCity 18 | 4:39 AM Pisa Centrale | 10h49 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18391+ 9912+ EuroCity 18 | 4:53 AM Pisa Centrale | 10h35 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18391+ 9912+ EuroCity 16 | 4:53 AM Pisa Centrale | 8h35 | 1:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18391+ 9920+ EuroCity 18 | 4:53 AM Pisa Centrale | 10h35 | 3:28 PM Lugano FLP | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pisa to Lugano
Trains from Pisa to Lugano run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 03:26, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 279 km distance in 4h 56m.
Distance 279 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 4h 56m |
First train 03:26 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Intercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento, Trenitalia from Pisa to Lugano trainsIntercity, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Italo, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento, Trenitalia trains will get you between Pisa and Lugano from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Intercity
Frecciarossa
Regionale
Italo
Intercity Notte
Frecciargento
Trenitalia
FAQs: Trains from Pisa to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pisa 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 Pisa to Lugano
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30
- There is free Wi-Fi available at the McDonald's.
- There is a luggage storage office near the end of Platform 1.
- McDonald's
- Panetteria Binario 1
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators, ramps, and disabled parking. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Hotel NH Pisa
- Hotel La Pace
- Hotel Maria
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 20:30
- Located just outside the station on Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II.
- Bus lines: 1
- Train lines: Pisamover (S2), FA, FB, IC, ICN, RV, R, EN
- 24/7
- Ristorante pizzeria
- SushiKing
- Ristorante Cinese Oriente
- Elevators on every platform. Sala Blu services can be reached at +39 0647308579.
- Rosso di Sera Relais Tuscany
- Le Cascine
- Camping Village Torre Pendente
- 24/7
- Train lines: REG, RV
- 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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