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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Colmar to Lugano
Cheapest price
$178
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Colmar to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Colmar to Lugano will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $178.
It's difficult to get from Colmar to Lugano without transferring at least once.
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11:23 AM4h35Colmar3:58 PMLugano$1781One-way1 transfer- 1:23 PM4h35Colmar5:58 PMLugano$1781One-way1 transfer
- 3:24 PM4h34Colmar7:58 PMLugano$1781One-way1 transfer
- 3:53 PM4h05Colmar7:58 PMLugano$1781One-way2 transfers
- 5:53 PM4h05Colmar9:58 PMLugano$1781One-way1 transfer
- 11:53 AM4h05Colmar3:58 PMLugano$1981One-way2 transfers
- 1:53 PM4h05Colmar5:58 PMLugano$1981One-way2 transfers
- 3:53 PM4h05Colmar7:58 PMLugano$1781One-way2 transfers
- 5:53 PM4h05Colmar9:58 PMLugano$1781One-way1 transfer
- 7:53 PM4h05Colmar11:58 PMLugano$1781One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Colmar to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 162 miles (261 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$99 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $329 Average price | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Colmar to Lugano:
A bus is $55 (€44) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Lugano costing on average $99 (€79).
A bus is $286 (€228) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Colmar to Lugano costing on average $329 (€263).
Other travel options to Lugano take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 2m.
Flight takes on average 6h 22m.
The journey is about 30m faster (3h 28m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly $32 (€26) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($99 (€79) vs $131 (€104)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Colmar to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Colmar to Lugano trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:39 AM Colmar | 3h19 | 6:58 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:45 AM Colmar | 3h24 | 9:09 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Colmar to Lugano
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Trains from Colmar to Lugano run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€60) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 22:02. The fastest train covers the 162 miles (261 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 162 miles (261 km) |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€60) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 10:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: SNCF from Colmar to Lugano trainsSNCF trains will get you between Colmar and Lugano from $34 (€27). 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 Colmar to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Colmar 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.
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