The average train between Catanzaro and Lugano takes 21h 20m and the fastest train takes 13h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Catanzaro 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 twice daily between Catanzaro and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Catanzaro is at 7:46 PM which arrives into Lugano at 7:28 PM. All services require a transfer at Lamezia Terme C. and take an average of 21h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Catanzaro 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 Catanzaro to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Catanzaro station and arriving at Lugano station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 20m.
Catanzaro to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Lamezia Terme C. station.
Catanzaro to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Catanzaro to Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Frecce and Trenitalia EuroCity.
The distance between Catanzaro and Lugano is 1,009.5 km. The road distance is 1,197 km.
You can take a train from Catanzaro to Lugano via Lamezia Terme C. and Milano Centrale in around 11h 5m.