The average train between Vernazza and Lugano takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Vernazza 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 every 4 hours between Vernazza and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 3:06 AM at night, and the last departure from Vernazza is at 6:42 PM which arrives into Lugano at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Levanto and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Vernazza 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 Vernazza to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Vernazza station and arriving at Lugano station via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Vernazza to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Levanto station.
Vernazza to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Vernazza to Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Intercity and Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Vernazza and Lugano is 216.1 km. The road distance is 289 km.
You can take a train from Vernazza to Lugano via Levanto and Milano Centrale in around 5h 59m.