The average train between Lugano and Vernazza takes 6h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to Vernazza. 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 5 times a day between Lugano and Vernazza. The earliest departure is at 6:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Vernazza at 9:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Milano Centrale and take an average of 6h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 21m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Lugano to Vernazza? 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 Vernazza. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at Monterosso station via Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.
Lugano to Vernazza train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to Vernazza train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Monterosso station.
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The distance between Lugano and Vernazza is 216.1 km. The road distance is 310 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to Vernazza via Milano Centrale and Monterosso in around 5h 58m.