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Van Abbemuseum
Leading art museum with works by Kandinsky, Picasso, and Dutch masters. A top cultural stop combining classic art, modernism, and design.
Cheapest price
€191
Average price
€197
Fastest journey
9 h 39 m
Average duration
10 h 9 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
656 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Eindhoven is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Eindhoven will cost around €197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €191.
It's difficult to get from Lugano to Eindhoven without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 672 · ICE 106 · ICE 710 · ICE 28
IC 870 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 2012
EC 10 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 · 10622
IC 870 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 518
IC 672 · ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572
IC 870 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 518
IC 672 · ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572
EC 10 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 · 10622
IC 672 · ICE 106 · ICE 710 · ICE 28
IC 870 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 2012Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Eindhoven among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, and a train costs an average of €84.
Distance: 407 miles (656 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€102 Average price | €73 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price | €155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Eindhoven:
A bus is €26 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lugano to Eindhoven costing on average €99.
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Eindhoven costing on average €102.
Other travel options to Eindhoven take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 32m.
Bus takes on average 18h 20m.
The journey is about 17m faster (9h 32m by train vs 9h 49m by car) and roughly €53 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€102 vs €155). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Eindhoven trains for today, Thursday, August 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 178 · ICE 104 · 20090 · IC 3580 | 12:02 PM Lugano station | 9h39 | 9:41 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
EC 150 · ICE 620 · 20092 · IC 3584 | On time 12:30 PM Lugano station | 10h11 | 10:41 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
IC 878 · IR 2324 · ICE 276 · ICE 514 | 1:02 PM Lugano station | 9h39 | 10:41 PM Eindhoven station | 6 transfers | |
IC 878 · IR 2324 · ICE 276 · IC 2349 | 1:02 PM Lugano station | 10h39 | 11:41 PM Eindhoven station | 5 transfers | |
IC 680 · ICE 102 · 10632 · 20094 | 2:02 PM Lugano station | 9h39 | 11:41 PM Eindhoven station | 4 transfers | |
EC 10 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 · 10622 | 8:30 AM Lugano station | 10h11 | 6:41 PM Eindhoven station | 5 transfers | |
IC 870 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 518 | 9:02 AM Lugano station | 9h39 | 6:41 PM Eindhoven station | 6 transfers | |
IC 870 · IR 2316 · ICE 370 · ICE 2012 | 9:02 AM Lugano station | 10h39 | 7:41 PM Eindhoven station | 6 transfers | |
IC 672 · ICE 106 · ICE 710 · ICE 28 | 10:02 AM Lugano station | 10h39 | 8:41 PM Eindhoven station | 5 transfers | |
IC 672 · ICE 106 · 20086 · IC 3572 | 10:02 AM Lugano station | 9h39 | 7:41 PM Eindhoven station | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Lugano to Eindhoven run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €84 but you can travel from only €43 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:06, the last at 22:59. The fastest train covers the 407 miles (656 km) distance in 10h 26m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average train duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 26m |
First train 1:06 AM |
Last train 10:59 PM |
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Discover the best of Eindhoven — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Eindhoven trip today.
Leading art museum with works by Kandinsky, Picasso, and Dutch masters. A top cultural stop combining classic art, modernism, and design.
Museum about Philips, technology, and the company’s impact on the city. Compact, informative, and essential for understanding modern Eindhoven.
Museum in the Philips factory district exploring design, innovation, and local making culture. Strong fit for Eindhoven’s creative identity.
Creative former industrial district with design shops, art spaces, architecture, and events. One of Eindhoven’s most exciting urban areas to explore.
Green recreational area south of the center with trails, sports, and heritage sites. Popular for longer walks and a break from the urban core.
Lively central square surrounded by historic buildings, terraces, and major events. A practical starting point for exploring the city center.
A rich, dark beef stew from Brabant, slowly braised with bread and vinegar. It is a beloved regional comfort dish, especially in pubs and traditional restaurants.
A sausage roll linked to North Brabant: flaky pastry wrapped around seasoned minced meat. It is one of the region’s most iconic bakery snacks.
A soft white bread roll often filled with ham, cheese, or minced meat. Popular in Brabant as an everyday snack from bakeries and lunch counters.
Refined fine dining with creative tasting menus and polished service. One of Eindhoven’s best-known destination restaurants.
Well-known city-center restaurant focused on seasonal French and Dutch cooking with an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Historic brewery venue serving house beers and hearty Dutch-Brabant dishes in a lively, traditional setting close to the city center.
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is manageable, and budget food is easy to find around the center.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis are often rounded up, and small tips at cafes are optional.
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Eindhoven Airport -> Eindhoven Centraal, Eindhoven
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Eindhoven 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 Eindhoven, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Lugano to Eindhoven trains use the Lugano to Eindhoven station pair, with some services arriving at Eindhoven Strijp-S. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Eindhoven train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lugano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lugano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lugano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lugano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lugano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano.
Eindhoven 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 options include: Restaurant The Happiness Café, De Vooruitgang
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Eindhoven. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Eindhoven: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eindhoven: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Eindhoven Centre, Pullman Eindhoven Cocagne, The Student Hotel Eindhoven.
Eindhoven Strijp-S is 1 km from Eindhoven city centre. Public transport options include:
Eindhoven Strijp-S has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: MOOD Strijp S, Radio Royaal
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Eindhoven Strijp-S. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Eindhoven Strijp-S: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Blue Collar Hotel, Inntel Hotels Art Eindhoven, Hotel the Match.
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