The average train between Lugano and Sanremo takes 8h 23m and the fastest train takes 6h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to Sanremo. 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 Lugano and Sanremo. The earliest departure is at 8:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Sanremo at 10:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Lugano to Sanremo? 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 Lugano to Sanremo. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at Sanremo station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.
Lugano to Sanremo train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to Sanremo train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Sanremo station.
Book your Lugano to Sanremo train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Trenitalia Intercity.
The distance between Lugano and Sanremo is 261 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to Sanremo via Milano Centrale in around 5h 30m.