The average train between Genoa and Lugano takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Genoa 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 Genoa and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genoa is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Lugano at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Genoa station and arriving at Lugano station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Genoa to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Genova Brignole station.
Genoa to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Genoa to Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity and 2 other operators.
The distance between Genoa and Lugano is 178.5 km. The road distance is 214 km.
You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 3h 36m.