The average train between Imola and Lugano takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 29m. The train service runs several times per day from Imola 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 4 times a day between Imola and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Imola is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Lugano at 11:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Bologna centrale and take an average of 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Imola 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 Imola to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Bologna centrale station and arriving at Lugano station via Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
Imola to Lugano train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Bologna centrale station.
Imola to Lugano train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Lugano station.
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The distance between Imola and Lugano is 283.3 km. The road distance is 329 km.
You can take a train from Imola to Lugano via Bologna centrale and Milano Centrale in around 3h 36m.