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Traveling from Genoa to Lugano by train
Looking to travel from Genoa to Lugano by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 4 hours 4 minutes to travel from Genoa to Lugano by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 29 trains per day running along the 177 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Lugano. You'll probably be traveling with Trenitalia train to get to Lugano, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Genoa to Lugano start from $52.77 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Lugano by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
Genoa to Lugano by train
It takes an average of 4h 4m to travel from Genoa to Lugano by train, over a distance of around 110 miles (177 km). There are normally 29 trains per day traveling from Genoa to Lugano and tickets for this journey start from $52.77 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:44 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:44 pm | |
| Departure station | Genoa | |
| Arrival station | Lugano | |
| Journey time | From 2h 53m | |
| Distance | 110 miles (177 km) | |
| Frequency | 29 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $52.77 | |
| Train and bus operators | Trenitalia, BlaBlaCar Bus |
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Trenitalia trains from Genoa to Lugano
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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Trenitalia Eurocity classes from Genoa to Lugano
Compare the different travel classes offered by Trenitalia Eurocity when traveling from Genoa to Lugano.
Second Class
From spacious armchairs to power outlets and reading lights, you’ve got everything you need to enjoy your journey in EuroCity's Second Class.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
First Class
Start your journey by train and continue by bus to reach your destination. Enjoy some of the most beautiful Italian views on modern and comfortable buses.
- Seat reservation
- Power outlets
- Hanger
- Reading light
- Baggage storage
- Free WiFi
- Dining car
- More legroom
Onboard services on Trenitalia Eurocity
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Genoa to Lugano.
- You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Eurocity trains free of charge.
- In most cases, there are no baggage size limits – you can even travel with musical instruments and sports equipment. You’ll just need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
- You’ll find a Bar-Bistrò on Eurocity trains that are travelling between Italy, Switzerland and Germany.
- A minibar trolley service is also available – you can choose from a wide range of snacks and drinks.
Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.
Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.
Not all Eurocity trains allow you to take your bike on board – you’ll need to check in advance if you can travel with your bike. If that’s the case, you’ll need to buy a ticket and book your bike space before departure at the ticket office.
Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.
All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.
A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.
Cheap train tickets from Genoa to Lugano
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Genoa to Lugano by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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