4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Arth
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Arth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Arth will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lugano for Arth on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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.
9:02 AM1h09Lugano10:11 AMArth$511One-way0 transfers
- 9:02 AM1h09Lugano10:11 AMArth$511One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Lugano to Arth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Arth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Arth take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 23m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (1h 23m by train vs 2h 4m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€46) compared to roughly $35 (€29) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SBB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lugano to Arth train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Arth trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:02 AM Lugano | 1h09 | 8:11 AM Arth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Arth
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Trains from Lugano to Arth run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SBB from Lugano to Arth trainsSBB trains will get you between Lugano and Arth from $51 (€41). 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 Lugano to Arth
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Arth 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 Arth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano to Arth
Most Lugano to Arth trains use the Lugano, Stazione to Arth-Goldau station pair, with some services arriving at Rigi Kulm. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Arth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lugano station do trains to Arth leave from?
Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre
Lugano, Stazione train station facilities and services
Lugano, Stazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano, Stazione.
Getting to Lugano Città (funicolare) from Lugano city centre
Lugano Città (funicolare) train station facilities and services
Lugano Città (funicolare) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano Città (funicolare).
Which Arth station do trains from Lugano arrive at?
Getting to Arth-Goldau from Arth city centre
Arth-Goldau is 2 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Arth-Goldau train station facilities and services
Arth-Goldau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rigi Kulm, Restaurant Gotthard
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Arth-Goldau. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Arth-Goldau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Arth-Goldau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Arth-Goldau: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Arth-Goldau: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rigi, Hotel Restaurant Roessli, Hotel Alpenhof.
Getting to Rigi Kulm from Arth city centre
Rigi Kulm is 3 km from Arth city centre. Public transport options include:
Rigi Kulm train station facilities and services
Rigi Kulm has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rigi Kulm Hotel Restaurant
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rigi Kulm: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rigi Kulm: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rigi Kulm Hotel.
Getting to Rigi Staffel from Arth city centre
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