The average train between Este and Lugano takes 7h 4m and the fastest train takes 5h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Este to Lugano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Este and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 6:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Este is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Lugano at 10:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Monselice and take an average of 7h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 15m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Este to Lugano? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Este to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Este station and arriving at Lugano station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.
Este to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Padova station.
Este to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Este to Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Frecce and 2 other operators.
The distance between Este and Lugano is 227.7 km. The road distance is 332 km.
You can take a train from Este to Lugano via Monselice, Padova, and Milano Centrale in around 4h 52m.