Train Lugano to Zurich: Trip Overview
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Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at US$47.00
Lugano to Zurich Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lugano - Zurich
How much does a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Zurich cost?
The average train ticket price from Lugano to Zurich is US$99. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Lugano to Zurich 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!
How long is the train trip from Lugano to Zurich?
A train trip between Lugano and Zurich is around 1h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 53m. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 miles that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Lugano and Zurich?
The number of trains from Lugano to Zurich can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Lugano to Zurich by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Lugano to Zurich was searched and found on 27 Apr 2025 with a price of US$46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lugano to Zurich as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$173 for a train ticket from Lugano to Zurich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-04-27.
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.
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Train Travel Tips
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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Zurich 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.
By choosing the train between Lugano and Zurich, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
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Did you know?
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 105m, 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 60m under the Great Wall of China!
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
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