The average train between Parma and Lago di Lugano takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Parma to Lago di 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 3 hours between Parma and Lago di Lugano. The earliest departure is at 6:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Parma is at 11:22 PM which arrives into Lago di Lugano at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Parma to Lago di Lugano. However, there are services departing from Parma station and arriving at Lago di Lugano station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Parma to Lago di Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.
Parma to Lago di Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Parma to Lago di Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia Frecce, Trenitalia EuroCity and Trenitalia Intercity.
The distance between Parma and Lago di Lugano is 169.8 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Parma to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 2h 42m.