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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 h 44 m
Average duration
1 h 44 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 11 trains that leave Lucerne station for Lugano, Stazione on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 1 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 44 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 44 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 21 659 | 6596:18 AM1h44Lucerne station8:02 AMLugano, Stazione$521One-way0 transfers- IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 8617:18 AM1h44Lucerne station9:02 AMLugano, Stazione$531One-way1 transfer
- IC 21 663 | 6638:18 AM1h44Lucerne station10:02 AMLugano, Stazione$541One-way0 transfers
- IR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 86911:18 AM1h44Lucerne station1:02 PMLugano, Stazione$551One-way1 transfer
- IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 8659:18 AM1h44Lucerne station11:02 AMLugano, Stazione$561One-way1 transfer
- IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 8617:18 AM1h44Lucerne station9:02 AMLugano, Stazione$531One-way1 transfer
- IC 21 663 | 6638:18 AM1h44Lucerne station10:02 AMLugano, Stazione$541One-way0 transfers
- IC 21 659 | 6596:18 AM1h44Lucerne station8:02 AMLugano, Stazione$521One-way0 transfers
- IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 8659:18 AM1h44Lucerne station11:02 AMLugano, Stazione$561One-way1 transfer
- IC 21 667 | 66710:18 AM1h44Lucerne station12:02 PMLugano, Stazione$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $48.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione:
A bus is $47 (€38) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione costing on average $66 (€54).
Other travel options to Lugano, Stazione take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 55m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 46m by train vs 1h 50m by car) and roughly $27 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($66 (€54) vs $94 (€76)). 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.
Direct services run with SBB.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione train times
The table below shows live departures for Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 21 659 | 659 | 6:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h44 | 8:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IR 26 2311 | 2311 · IC 2 861 | 861 | 7:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h44 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
EC 13 | 13+ IR VAE 2015 | 2015 | 7:39 AM Lucerne station | 1h49 | 9:28 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
| IC 21 663 | 663 | 8:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h44 | 10:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 31 | 31+IR VAE 2017 | 2017 | 8:39 AM Lucerne station | 1h49 | 10:28 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
| IR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 865 | 9:18 AM Lucerne station | 1h44 | 11:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1 transfer | |
| IR 75 2115 | 2115 · EC 15 | 15+IR VAE 2019 | 2019 | 9:35 AM Lucerne station | 1h53 | 11:28 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione
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Trains from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $15 (€13) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:18 AM |
Last train 6:18 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne station and Lugano, Stazione from $15 (€13). 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 Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione 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, Stazione, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione
Most Lucerne station to Lugano, Stazione trains use the Luzern Bhf to Lugano, Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Lucerne station and Lugano, Stazione train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Bhf train station facilities and services
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
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.
Most popular train connections from Lucerne station
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