The average train between Lugano and Rho takes 2h 11m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Lugano to Rho. 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 hourly between Lugano and Rho. The earliest departure is at 5:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Rho at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Rho. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at Rho station via Varese. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.
Lugano to Rho train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to Rho train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Rho station.
Book your Lugano to Rho train tickets online with Trenord.
The distance between Lugano and Rho is 53.5 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to Rho via Varese in around 1h 59m.