Stresa to Lugano by Train

Q: How close is Stresa to Lugano by train?

Stresa and Lugano are around 22 miles (35 km) apart. The fastest trains can cover this distance in approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes.

Q: Which train companies operate from Stresa to Lugano?

Trains from Stresa to Lugano are operated by Trenitalia, Intercity, and SBB. Take a look at the different classes and onboard services available during the journey.

Q: Is it possible to get from Stresa to Lugano without flying?

Yes, traveling from Stresa to Lugano without flying is possible. With around 43 trains running each day, you'll be there in no time - the fastest ones will get you to Lugano in 1 hour and 54 minutes! Check our Journey Planner for more details.

Q: What is the best way to travel from Stresa to Lugano?

To travel from Stresa to Lugano, we think the best way is to take the train! They're comfortable and train journeys on this route take around 2 hours and 37 minutes, with the fastest trains taking 1 hour and 54 minutes - take a look at our Journey Planner for more information.

Q: What time does the first train from Stresa to Lugano leave?

The first train from Stresa to Lugano leaves at 05:23. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays. Use our Journey Planner to check the schedule on your day of travel.

Q: What time does the last train from Stresa to Lugano leave?

The last train from Stresa to Lugano leaves at 21:50. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services. Times and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

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Traveling from Stresa to Lugano by train

Looking to travel from Stresa to Lugano by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 37 minutes to travel from Stresa to Lugano by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 54 minutes though. You'll usually find 43 trains per day running along the 35 km route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Lugano, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You'll be traveling with Trenitalia, SBB or Regiojet on your way to Lugano, as these are the main rail operators on this route.

Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Stresa to Lugano.

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.

First train	5:23 am
Last train	9:50 pm
Departure station	Stresa
Arrival station	Lugano
Journey time	From 1h 54m
Distance	22 miles (35 km)
Frequency	43 trains per day
Changes	1 change
Train and bus operators	Trenitalia, SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, Regiojet, BlaBlaCar Bus

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How do I travel from Stresa to Lugano?

You can get from Stresa to Lugano in 2 hours and 37 minutes on average, with the fastest trains taking just 1 hour and 54 minutes. Check out our Journey Planner for more details on times, tickets and prices.

How long does the train from Stresa to Lugano take?

The average journey time by train between Stresa and Lugano is 2 hours and 37 minutes, with around 43 trains per day running on this route. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Stresa and Lugano by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Stresa to Lugano is 1 hour and 54 minutes.

Can you take a train directly from Stresa to Lugano?

No, there are no direct train services from Stresa to Lugano. Travelling from Stresa to Lugano by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

How close is Stresa to Lugano by train?

Which train companies operate from Stresa to Lugano?

Is it possible to get from Stresa to Lugano without flying?

What is the best way to travel from Stresa to Lugano?

What time does the first train from Stresa to Lugano leave?

What time does the last train from Stresa to Lugano leave?

How often are trains from Stresa and Lugano?

Do you need to book the train from Stresa to Lugano in advance?

Can you buy return train tickets from Stresa to Lugano?

Departs	Arrives	Duration
8:37 am	12:21 pm	3h 44m, 3 changes
8:37 am	12:24 pm	3h 47m, 2 changes
10:01 am	2:21 pm	4h 20m, 3 changes
10:01 am	2:24 pm	4h 23m, 2 changes
12:00 pm	3:24 pm	3h 24m, 4 changes
12:00 pm	3:54 pm	3h 54m, 2 changes
12:00 pm	2:58 pm	2h 58m, 2 changes
2:23 pm	4:24 pm	2h 1m, 3 changes
2:23 pm	4:54 pm	2h 31m, 1 change
2:23 pm	4:58 pm	2h 35m, 1 change

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Trenitalia
Intercity
SBB

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's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.

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The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

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What Intercity, Regional trains, Trenord and Trenitalia Eurocity classes are there from Stresa to Lugano?

Compare the different travel classes offered by Intercity, Regional trains, Trenord and Trenitalia Eurocity when traveling from Stresa to Lugano.

Intercity
Regional trains
Trenord
Trenitalia Eurocity

Second Class Easy

Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with folding tables, power outlets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.

Air conditioning
Hanger
Vending machine
Baggage storage
Seat reservation
Fold-down table
Power outlets at each seat
Reading light
More legroom

First Class Plus

In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.

Air conditioning
Hanger
Vending machine
Baggage storage
Seat reservation
Fold-down table
Power outlets at each seat
Reading light
More legroom

Second Class

Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.

Air conditioning
Baggage storage
Power outlets

Second Class

Explore Lombardy and its neighbouring regions at an affordable price. You don't need to reserve a seat - just sit back and enjoy the views around you.

Baggage storage
Power outlets

First Class

You can travel in Trenord's First Class only if you have a First Class ticket. Store your bags in the dedicated baggage racks, sit back and enjoy your journey.

Baggage storage
Power outlets

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

What are the onboard services on Intercity, Regional trains, Trenord and Trenitalia Eurocity?

Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Stresa to Lugano.

Intercity
Regional trains
Trenord
Trenitalia Eurocity

What baggage limits are there?	You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity trains free of charge. In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
What food and drink is available?	You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in car 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.
What onboard entertainment is available?	At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
What facilities are there for travel with children?	Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare). Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off. Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
Can I bring a bike on board?	You can travel with your bike for free on all Intercity trains, provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 17.7 inches). Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks. If you can't fold your bike, some Intercity trains allow you to take your bike on board. However, you’ll need to book a space and buy a ticket. There are 6 bike spaces in car 3 and 2 e-bike chargers.
Can I bring pets on board?	Small pets can travel on all Intercity trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (29.5 x 20.8 x 11.8 inches). Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
What special assistance is available?	If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
What else do I need to know?	Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.

What baggage limits are there?	You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge. In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
What food and drink is available?	At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.
What onboard entertainment is available?	Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
What facilities are there for travel with children?	Kids under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them. Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.
Can I bring a bike on board?	You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm (47.2 x 31.4 x 17.7 inches). If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
Can I bring pets on board?	Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches). Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
What special assistance is available?	If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60, which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232, which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).
What else do I need to know?	Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.

What baggage limits are there?	You can take your bags on board Trenord trains free of charge, provided their dimensions do not exceed 80 x 110 x 40cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 15.7 inches). You’ll need to make sure that your baggage is compatible with the space available on board.
What food and drink is available?	At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenord trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.
What onboard entertainment is available?	Trenord do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
What facilities are there for travel with children?	Kids under 4 travel for free on all Trenord trains if they don’t occupy a seat and sit on an adult’s lap. Children aged 4-13 get 50% off the standard fare.
Can I bring a bike on board?	Each passenger can take only one bike onboard Trenord trains. Folding bikes and scooters that do not exceed the maximum dimensions of 80 x 120 x 45cm (31.4 x 47.2 x 17.7 inches) are allowed on board free of charge. If you can’t fold your bike, you may be able to take it onboard some Trenord trains. However, you’ll need to buy a ticket both for you and for your bike. Please note that the last cars of some trains are only reserved for bikes of those working in the food delivery sector.
Can I bring pets on board?	Small pets can travel on all Trenord trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm (27.5 x 11.8 x 19.6 inches). Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket for unlimited travel for the whole day you’re traveling. They need to be kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost. Pets are not allowed on board on weekdays from 7 am to 9.30 am and from 5.30 pm to 7.30 pm.
What special assistance is available?	Passengers with disabilities can: Request, through the Lombardy Region, the IVOL regional card, which allows them to travel at a discounted price Buy the ticket on board without going through control checks Access the train with CartaBlu (free card for disabled passengers that live in Italy) To request special assistance, passengers will need to call the toll-free number 800210955 (active every day from 8.15 am to 7:45 pm) at least 48 hours before departure.

What baggage limits are there?	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.
What food and drink is available?	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.
What onboard entertainment is available?	Free WiFi is available on Eurocity Giruno trains.
What facilities are there for travel with children?	Kids under 4 can travel for free if they're accompanied by an adult and don't occupy a seat.
Can I bring a bike on board?	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.
Can I bring pets on board?	Guide and assistance dogs can travel for free and don't need a ticket.
What special assistance is available?	All of Trenitalia’s Eurocity trains offer dedicated spaces to passengers with disabilities.
What else do I need to know?	A quiet area (or Area Silenzio) is available on all Eurocity Giruno trains.

How do I find cheap train tickets from Stresa to Lugano?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Book in advance

The price of train tickets from Stresa to Lugano starts at ^§ one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

2. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

3. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

4. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

^§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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