The average train between Arona and Lugano takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Arona 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 4 hours between Arona and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arona is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Lugano at 11:54 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Arona to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Arona station and arriving at Lugano station via Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Arona to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Arona station.
Arona to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
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The distance between Arona and Lugano is 41.6 km. The road distance is 80 km.
You can take a train from Arona to Lugano via Gallarate in around 2h 17m.