The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 5 trains that leave Lugano, Stazione for Zurich HB on Thu, Mar 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Thu, Mar 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 23 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 2 866 | 866
IC 2 1462 | 1462
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862
IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 46 2410 | 2410
IC 2 1466 | 1466
IC 2 866 | 866
IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 46 2410 | 2410
IC 2 1462 | 1462
IC 2 1466 | 1466
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$65 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $160 Average price |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 44m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S 10 25104 | 25104 · IC 2 862 | 862 | 3:32 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h23 | 5:55 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 21 664 | 664 · IR 46 2410 | 2410 | 5:00 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h55 | 6:55 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
IC 2 1462 | 1462 | 5:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h57 | 7:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2 866 | 866 | 6:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h53 | 7:55 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 2 1466 | 1466 | 6:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h57 | 8:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB
Trains from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) but you can travel from only $13 (€10) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:32, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 03:32 |
Last train 19:02 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lugano, Stazione and Zurich HB from $13 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trenitalia EuroCity
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB 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 Zurich HB, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano, Stazione to Zurich HB
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- 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
