How to get from Milan Central to Lugano by train?

From Milan Central to Lugano by train

To get from Milan Central to Lugano in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the RE51 train from Milan Central station to Milano Porta Garibaldi station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S11 train and finally take the EC train from Como San Giovanni station to Lugano station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The train schedule from Milan Central may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Lugano on the Moovit app.

123min
Train - RE51
Train - S11
Train - ECEC
Leaves from Milan Central

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Milan Central
  • 2
    Train - RE51
    Wait for train
    RE51
    Gallarate
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
    9 min
  • 4
    Train - S11
    Wait for train
    S11
    Como San Giovanni
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Como San Giovanni
    61 min
  • 6
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Zurich Central
  • 7
    Ride to train station Lugano
    Ride to train station
    Lugano
    37 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Milan Central to Lugano

The distance between Milan Central, Milan and Lombardy and Lugano, Milan and Lombardy is approximately 78.18 km, which can typically be travelled in 123 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Milan Central to Lugano by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Milan and Lombardy – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Milan Central to Lugano

To check the train schedule from Milan Central to Lugano using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Milan Central) and destination (Lugano), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Milan Central to Lugano?

    The fastest way takes 123 minutes, using Train line RE51, Train line S11, Train line EC.

  • Is there a direct train between Milan Central and Lugano?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 3 min.

  • Which train line goes from Milan Central to Lugano?

    The RE51 train line goes from Milano Porta Garibaldi station near Milan Central in Milan to Como San Giovanni station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Como San Giovanni station near Lugano in Milan and Lombardy.

  • How long does it take to travel from Milan Central to Lugano by train?

    The total travel time between Milan Central in Milan and Lugano in Milan and Lombardy by train is about 2 hr 3 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Milan Central to get to Lugano?

    Get on the RE51 train from the Milano Porta Garibaldi station near Milan Central in Milan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Milan Central and Lugano?

    Get off the train at the Como San Giovanni station, which is closest to Lugano in Milan and Lombardy.

  • When is the first train from Milan Central to Lugano?

    The first train from Milan Central in Milan to Lugano in Milan and Lombardy is Locarno - Chiasso - Como - Milan. It leaves the Milan Central station at 7:43 AM.

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