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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne to Lugano
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne to Lugano will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 10 trains that leave Lucerne for Lugano on Thu, Apr 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
IC 21 659 | 6596:18 AM1h40Lucerne station7:58 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way0 transfers- S 3 21323 | 21323 · EC 11 | 116:39 AM1h49Lucerne station8:28 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way1 transfer
- IR VAE 2015 | 2015 · EC 13 | 137:39 AM1h49Lucerne station9:28 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way1 transfer
- IC 21 663 | 6638:18 AM1h40Lucerne station9:58 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way0 transfers
- IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 8617:18 AM1h40Lucerne station8:58 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way1 transfer
- IC 21 659 | 6596:18 AM1h40Lucerne station7:58 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way0 transfers
- IC 21 663 | 6638:18 AM1h40Lucerne station9:58 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way0 transfers
- IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 8617:18 AM1h40Lucerne station8:58 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way1 transfer
- S 3 21323 | 21323 · EC 11 | 116:39 AM1h49Lucerne station8:28 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way1 transfer
- IR VAE 2015 | 2015 · EC 13 | 137:39 AM1h49Lucerne station9:28 AMLugano, Stazione$981One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lucerne to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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$64 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lucerne to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| IC 21 659 | 659 · B 5 5047 | 5047 · B 4 4041 | 4041 | 4:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h58 | 6:16 AM Lugano | 2 transfers | |
| IC 21 659 | 659 | 4:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h40 | 5:58 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 21 659 | 659 · B 5 5047 | 5047 | 4:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h55 | 6:13 AM Lugano | 1 transfer | |
| S 3 21323 | 21323 · EC 11 | 11 | 4:39 AM Lucerne station | 1h49 | 6:28 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
| S 3 21323 | 21323 · EC 11 | 11 · B 5 5061 | 5061 | 4:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h04 | 6:43 AM Lugano | 2 transfers | |
| S 3 21323 | 21323 · EC 11 | 11 · B 5 5061 | 5061 · B 4 4049 | 4049 | 4:39 AM Lucerne station | 2h07 | 6:46 AM Lugano | 3 transfers | |
| IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 861 · B 3 3095 | 3095 | 5:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h52 | 7:10 AM Lugano | 2 transfers | |
| IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 861 | 5:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h40 | 6:58 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
| IR VAE 2015 | 2015 · EC 13 | 13 | 5:39 AM Lucerne station | 1h49 | 7:28 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
| IC 21 663 | 663 | 6:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h40 | 7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Lugano
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Trains from Lucerne to Lugano run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Lucerne to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Lucerne and Lugano from $14 (€11). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Lugano by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Lugano
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Zentralstrasse.
- Restaurant La Cucina
- Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel
- Hotel Central Luzern
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 420 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to Germany, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: Boat connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Boat: Lake Lucerne boats
- Train: SBB services to various destinations
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Opus
- Outside the main entrance.
- CHF 1
- Hotel des Balances
- Hotel Monopol Luzern
- Hotel Waldstätterhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1700 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-14 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: connections to bus and trolleybus services
- Hall 3: ferry terminal for Lake Lucerne
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12
- Boat: Lake Lucerne ferries
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