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The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich to Lugano

Showing times and prices for 30 Jun

Cheapest price

65S$

Average price

104S$

Fastest journey

1 h 53 m

Average duration

1 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Zurich to Lugano will cost around 104S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 65S$.

Fast trains

Of the 80 trains that leave Zurich for Lugano every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.

IR 75 2132 | 2132 · S 2 21275 | 21275 · IC 21 687 | 687
7:35 PM2h23
Zurich HB
9:58 PMLugano, Stazione
65 S$1One-way
2 changes
IR 46 2437 | 2437 · IC 21 687 | 687
8:05 PM1h53
Zurich HB
9:58 PMLugano, Stazione
65 S$1One-way
1 change
S 5 18583 | 18583 · IR 46 2441 | 2441 · IC 21 691 | 691
9:46 PM2h12
Zurich Altstetten
11:58 PMLugano, Stazione
68 S$1One-way
2 changes
S 6 18683 | 18683 · IR 46 2441 | 2441 · IC 21 691 | 691
9:51 PM2h07
Zürich Oerlikon
11:58 PMLugano, Stazione
68 S$1One-way
2 changes
S 5 18573 | 18573 · IR 75 2132 | 2132 · S 2 21275 | 21275 · IC 21 687 | 687
7:16 PM2h42
Zurich Altstetten
9:58 PMLugano, Stazione
69 S$1One-way
3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Zurich to Lugano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 20S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 20S$, and a flight costs an average of 131S$.

Distance: 155 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
104S$ Average Price	26S$ Average Price Cheapest	406S$ Average Price
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Zurich to Lugano train times

The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lugano trains for today, Monday, 29 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 2 1479 \| 1479	4:33 PM Zurich HB	1h55	6:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18563 \| 18563 · IC 2 881 \| 881	4:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	6:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18663 \| 18663 · IC 2 881 \| 881	4:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	6:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 881 \| 881	5:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	6:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18565 \| 18565 · IR 75 2582 \| 2582 · S 2 21267 \| 21267 · IC 21 683 \| 683	5:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 9 18965 \| 18965 · EC 25 \| 25	5:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	7:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18565 \| 18565 · EC 25 \| 25	5:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	7:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18665 \| 18665 · IR 75 2582 \| 2582 · S 2 21267 \| 21267 · IC 21 683 \| 683	5:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
EC 25 \| 25	5:33 PM Zurich HB	1h55	7:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IR 75 2582 \| 2582 · S 2 21267 \| 21267 · IC 21 683 \| 683	5:35 PM Zurich HB	2h23	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18567 \| 18567 · IR 46 2433 \| 2433 · IC 21 683 \| 683	5:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18667 \| 18667 · IR 46 2433 \| 2433 · IC 21 683 \| 683	5:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2433 \| 2433 · IC 21 683 \| 683	6:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18969 \| 18969 · EC 27 \| 27	6:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	8:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18569 \| 18569 · EC 27 \| 27	6:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	8:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
EC 27 \| 27	6:33 PM Zurich HB	1h55	8:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18571 \| 18571 · IC 2 885 \| 885	6:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	8:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18671 \| 18671 · IC 2 885 \| 885	6:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	8:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 885 \| 885	7:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	8:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 9 18973 \| 18973 · EC 29 \| 29	7:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	9:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18573 \| 18573 · IR 75 2132 \| 2132 · S 2 21275 \| 21275 · IC 21 687 \| 687	7:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 5 18573 \| 18573 · EC 29 \| 29	7:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	9:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18673 \| 18673 · IR 75 2132 \| 2132 · S 2 21275 \| 21275 · IC 21 687 \| 687	7:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
EC 29 \| 29	7:33 PM Zurich HB	1h55	9:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IR 75 2132 \| 2132 · S 2 21275 \| 21275 · IC 21 687 \| 687	7:35 PM Zurich HB	2h23	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18575 \| 18575 · IR 46 2437 \| 2437 · IC 21 687 \| 687	7:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18675 \| 18675 · IR 46 2437 \| 2437 · IC 21 687 \| 687	7:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2437 \| 2437 · IC 21 687 \| 687	8:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18579 \| 18579 · IC 2 889 \| 889	8:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	10:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18679 \| 18679 · IC 2 889 \| 889	8:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	10:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 889 \| 889	9:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	10:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18581 \| 18581 · IR 75 2588 \| 2588 · S 2 21283 \| 21283 · IC 21 691 \| 691	9:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	11:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 6 18681 \| 18681 · IR 75 2588 \| 2588 · S 2 21283 \| 21283 · IC 21 691 \| 691	9:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	11:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
IR 75 2588 \| 2588 · S 2 21283 \| 21283 · IC 21 691 \| 691	9:35 PM Zurich HB	2h23	11:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18583 \| 18583 · IR 46 2441 \| 2441 · IC 21 691 \| 691	9:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	11:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18683 \| 18683 · IR 46 2441 \| 2441 · IC 21 691 \| 691	9:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	11:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2441 \| 2441 · IC 21 691 \| 691	10:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	11:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18587 \| 18587 · IC 2 893 \| 893 · S 10 25149 \| 25149	10:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h39	1:25 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18687 \| 18687 · IC 2 893 \| 893 · S 10 25149 \| 25149	10:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h34	1:25 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IC 2 893 \| 893 · S 10 25149 \| 25149	11:05 PM Zurich HB	2h20	1:25 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18919 \| 18919 · IR 46 2409 \| 2409 · IC 21 659 \| 659	5:46 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18519 \| 18519 · IR 46 2409 \| 2409 · IC 21 659 \| 659	5:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2409 \| 2409 · IC 21 659 \| 659	6:05 AM Zurich HB	1h53	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18521 \| 18521 · EC 11 \| 11	6:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	8:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18921 \| 18921 · EC 11 \| 11	6:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	8:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
EC 11 \| 11	6:33 AM Zurich HB	1h55	8:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18523 \| 18523 · IC 2 861 \| 861	6:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18623 \| 18623 · IC 2 861 \| 861	6:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 861 \| 861	7:05 AM Zurich HB	1h53	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18525 \| 18525 · EC 13 \| 13	7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	9:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18525 \| 18525 · IR 75 2570 \| 2570 · S 2 21227 \| 21227 · IC 21 663 \| 663	7:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 9 18925 \| 18925 · EC 13 \| 13	7:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	9:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18625 \| 18625 · IR 75 2570 \| 2570 · S 2 21227 \| 21227 · IC 21 663 \| 663	7:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
EC 13 \| 13	7:33 AM Zurich HB	1h55	9:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IR 75 2570 \| 2570 · S 2 21227 \| 21227 · IC 21 663 \| 663	7:35 AM Zurich HB	2h23	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18527 \| 18527 · IR 46 2413 \| 2413 · IC 21 663 \| 663	7:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18627 \| 18627 · IR 46 2413 \| 2413 · IC 21 663 \| 663	7:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2413 \| 2413 · IC 21 663 \| 663	8:05 AM Zurich HB	1h53	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18929 \| 18929 · EC 31 \| 31	8:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	10:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18529 \| 18529 · EC 31 \| 31	8:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	10:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
EC 31 \| 31	8:33 AM Zurich HB	1h55	10:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18531 \| 18531 · IC 2 865 \| 865	8:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18631 \| 18631 · IC 2 865 \| 865	8:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 865 \| 865	9:05 AM Zurich HB	1h53	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18533 \| 18533 · EC 15 \| 15	9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	11:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18933 \| 18933 · EC 15 \| 15	9:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	11:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18533 \| 18533 · IR 75 2112 \| 2112 · S 2 21235 \| 21235 · IC 21 667 \| 667	9:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 6 18633 \| 18633 · IR 75 2112 \| 2112 · S 2 21235 \| 21235 · IC 21 667 \| 667	9:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
EC 15 \| 15	9:33 AM Zurich HB	1h55	11:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IR 75 2112 \| 2112 · S 2 21235 \| 21235 · IC 21 667 \| 667	9:35 AM Zurich HB	2h23	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18535 \| 18535 · IR 46 2417 \| 2417 · IC 21 667 \| 667	9:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18635 \| 18635 · IR 46 2417 \| 2417 · IC 21 667 \| 667	9:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2417 \| 2417 · IC 21 667 \| 667	10:05 AM Zurich HB	1h53	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18537 \| 18537 · EC 153 \| 153	10:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	12:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18937 \| 18937 · EC 153 \| 153	10:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	12:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
EC 153 \| 153	10:33 AM Zurich HB	1h55	12:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18539 \| 18539 · IC 2 869 \| 869	10:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	12:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18639 \| 18639 · IC 2 869 \| 869	10:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	12:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 869 \| 869	11:05 AM Zurich HB	1h53	12:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18541 \| 18541 · EC 19 \| 19	11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	1:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18941 \| 18941 · EC 19 \| 19	11:16 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	1:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18541 \| 18541 · IR 75 2116 \| 2116 · S 2 21243 \| 21243 · IC 21 671 \| 671	11:16 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 6 18641 \| 18641 · IR 75 2116 \| 2116 · S 2 21243 \| 21243 · IC 21 671 \| 671	11:21 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
EC 19 \| 19	11:33 AM Zurich HB	1h55	1:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IR 75 2116 \| 2116 · S 2 21243 \| 21243 · IC 21 671 \| 671	11:35 AM Zurich HB	2h23	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18543 \| 18543 · IR 46 2421 \| 2421 · IC 21 671 \| 671	11:46 AM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18643 \| 18643 · IR 46 2421 \| 2421 · IC 21 671 \| 671	11:51 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2421 \| 2421 · IC 21 671 \| 671	12:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 9 18945 \| 18945 · EC 151 \| 151	12:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	2:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18545 \| 18545 · EC 151 \| 151	12:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	2:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
EC 151 \| 151	12:33 PM Zurich HB	1h55	2:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18547 \| 18547 · IC 2 873 \| 873	12:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	2:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18647 \| 18647 · IC 2 873 \| 873	12:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	2:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 2 873 \| 873	1:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	2:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
S 5 18549 \| 18549 · EC 21 \| 21	1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	3:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 5 18549 \| 18549 · IR 75 2120 \| 2120 · S 2 21251 \| 21251 · IC 21 675 \| 675	1:16 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h42	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
S 9 18949 \| 18949 · EC 21 \| 21	1:16 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h12	3:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
S 6 18649 \| 18649 · IR 75 2120 \| 2120 · S 2 21251 \| 21251 · IC 21 675 \| 675	1:21 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h37	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	3 changes
EC 21 \| 21	1:33 PM Zurich HB	1h55	3:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IR 75 2120 \| 2120 · S 2 21251 \| 21251 · IC 21 675 \| 675	1:35 PM Zurich HB	2h23	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 5 18551 \| 18551 · IR 46 2425 \| 2425 · IC 21 675 \| 675	1:46 PM Zurich Altstetten	2h12	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
S 6 18651 \| 18651 · IR 46 2425 \| 2425 · IC 21 675 \| 675	1:51 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2h07	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 46 2425 \| 2425 · IC 21 675 \| 675	2:05 PM Zurich HB	1h53	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 change
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Zurich to Lugano?

The best time to book your train from Zurich to Lugano is 28 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Zurich to Lugano route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Zurich to Lugano per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Zurich to Lugano.

Trains

from 77S$

Flights

from 355S$

Journey information

Overview: Train from Zurich to Lugano

Switzerland

Trains from Zurich to Lugano run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 69S$ but you can travel from only 20S$ by coach.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 53m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from 20S$

Distance

155 km

Average train duration

2h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

69S$

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 53m

First train

12:05 AM

Last train

11:05 PM

Cheapest Month

Jan

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

70 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from 20S$

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Zurich to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Zurich and Lugano from 20S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 53m

Cheapest Price

69S$

SBB frequency

20 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 53m

Cheapest Price

157S$

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

11 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 53m

Südostbahn frequency

5 a day

FAQs: Zurich to Lugano train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.

Cheap train tickets from Zurich to Lugano can start from as little as 69S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Zurich to Lugano is 104S$; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Zurich to Lugano is 1h 53m to travel the 155 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Zurich to Lugano leaves at 12:05 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Zurich to Lugano leaves at 11:05 pm.

Yes, there are 4 direct trains a day from Zurich to Lugano with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Zurich to Lugano, you can count on SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn for the best way to get you to Lugano. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Zurich and Lugano and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Lugano from Zurich is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 53m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Zurich to Lugano is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Zurich and Lugano including taking a train, coach and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Zurich and Lugano

Zurich

Lugano

The major train station for departures in Zurich is Zürich HB. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Zürich HB for your trip from Zurich to Lugano.

Zürich HB

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Shower

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Bahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 220 11 11

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai

Dining

Restaurant Au Premier
Brasserie Federal

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps, restrooms

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
Hotel St. Gotthard
Central Plaza Hotel

Shower

Cost CHF 12

Lounge

Located in the main hall

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

1,300 places, mostly covered

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44

Public transport options for Zürich HB

Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24

Zürich Oerlikon Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Oerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 900 300 300

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

5 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse

Dining

Negishi Sushi Bar
Le Muh

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Elevators, ramps, restrooms

CHF 2

Hotel

Courtyard Zurich North
Swissotel Zurich
Hotel Sternen Oerlikon

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

72 places, 60 places

Car Rental

Avis
Europcar

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains

Public transport options for Zürich Oerlikon

Tram: Line 10, Line 11
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24

Zürich Altstetten Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

5 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road

Dining

Restaurant Markthalle
Restaurant LaSalle

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Elevators

CHF 1

Hotel

Placid Hotel Zurich
Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
H+ Hotel Zürich

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

240 places, covered

Car Rental

Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area

Public transport options for Zürich Altstetten

S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
Tram: Line 4
Bus: Several lines available

Zürich Stadelhofen Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Stadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 900 300 300

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Mühlebachstrasse

Dining

Outback Lodge
Tibits

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Opera Zurich
Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich
Hotel Seehof

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

1000 places, covered

Car Rental

Europcar
Hertz

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn trains
Hall 2: platform 4 for regional trains

Public transport options for Zürich Stadelhofen

Tram: Line 11, Line 15
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16

Zürich Enge Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Enge, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

1 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking available nearby with limited spaces

Dining

Restaurant Enge
Ristorante Frascati

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms

CHF 1

Hotel

Hotel Ascot
Engimatt City & Garden Hotel
B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

80 places, covered

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for S-Bahn trains

Public transport options for Zürich Enge

Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 7, Line 13
Bus: Several lines available

Zürich Selnau Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

1 km

Zürich Wollishofen Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Accessibility

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8038 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

2 km

Zürich Wiedikon Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Wiedikon, Zurich, Switzerland

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

2 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from the main road

Dining

Restaurant Marktküche
Restaurant Volkshaus

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

CHF 2

Hotel

Hotel Ascot
Hotel Glockenhof
Hotel St. Gotthard

Lost and Found Office

Located in the main hall

Bike Parking

104 places, covered

Information Desk

Located in the main hall

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for S-Bahn and regional trains

Public transport options for Zürich Wiedikon

Tram: Line 9, Line 14
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S2, S8, S21

Zürich Hegibachplatz Accessibility

Amenities at train station

Accessibility

information

Address

8008 Zürich, Switzerland

Zürich Schweighof Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

information

Address

8055 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

3 km

Zürich Limmatquai

information

Zürich Hardbrücke Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Parking

Dining

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Information Desk

Luggage Carts

information

Address

Zürich Hardplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland

Phone Number

+41 51 225 78 00

Ticket Office Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday

Distance to city center

3 km

Number of platforms

Wifi

Free

Parking

Parking available nearby with several parking options

Dining

Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar
Les Halles

Taxis

Outside the main entrance

Accessibility

Ramps, restrooms

CHF 1

Hotel

25hours Hotel Zürich West
Sheraton Zürich Hotel
Novotel Zurich City West

Bike Parking

800 places, covered

Information Desk

Located on the main concourse

Luggage Carts

Free

Station Plan

Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for S-Bahn and regional trains

Public transport options for Zürich Hardbrücke

Tram: Line 4, Line 8
Bus: Several lines available
S-Bahn: Lines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24

Zürich-Landesmuseum Accessibility

Amenities at train station

Accessibility

information

Address

Bahnhofpl., 8001 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

1 km

Zürich Seebach Parking

Amenities at train station

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

information

Address

8052 Zürich, Switzerland

Distance to city center

5 km

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