Trains from Zurich to Lugano

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Train Zurich to Lugano: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$116
Average train trip duration1h 55m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure7:05am
Distance156 km
Latest train departure10:45pm

Zurich to Lugano Trains

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Zurich - Lugano

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lugano cost?

    The average train ticket price from Zurich to Lugano is US$116. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Zurich to Lugano is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the trip from Zurich to Lugano?

    A train trip between Zurich and Lugano is around 1h 55m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 155 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Zurich and Lugano?

    The number of trains from Zurich to Lugano can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Zurich to Lugano by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Zurich to Lugano?

    When taking the train from Zurich to Lugano, you can travel comfortably and safely with Swiss Federal Railways.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-23
US$85
11-24
US$85
Today
US$48
11-26
US$48
11-27
US$48
11-28
US$47
11-29
US$71
11-30
US$45
The cheapest trip from Zurich to Lugano was searched and found on Nov 30, 2024 with a price of US$45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Zurich to Lugano, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$171 for a train ticket from Zurich to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45 which is on 2024-11-30.

Usually SBB_EUROCITY will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Lugano you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Zurich and Lugano, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Zurich to Lugano, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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