The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Zug
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 42 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
134 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Zug is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Zug will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lugano for Zug on Tue, Nov 25, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct trains cover the 134 km distance in an average of 1 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest trains will take 1 h 51 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.




Live departures
Lugano to Zug train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Zug trains for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:30 AM Lugano | 1h30 | 8:00 AM Zug | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:58 AM Lugano | 1h32 | 8:30 AM Zug | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:02 AM Lugano | 1h28 | 8:30 AM Zug | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 AM Lugano | 1h32 | 9:30 AM Zug | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:02 AM Lugano | 1h51 | 9:53 AM Zug | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Zug
Trains from Lugano to Zug run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 83 miles (134 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 83 miles (134 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 00:37 |
Last train 23:30 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lugano to Zug trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Zug from $48 (€39). 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 Zug
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Zug 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 Zug, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lugano to Zug
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Schiff
- Restaurant Theater Casino Zug
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Parkhotel Zug
- City-Hotel Ochsen
- Hotel Löwen am See
- Located in the main hall
- 1,366 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Zurich, Lucerne, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S5
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