The cheapest and fastest trains from Mendrisio to Lugano
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
16 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mendrisio to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mendrisio to Lugano will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 5 trains that leave Mendrisio for Lugano on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 20 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Mendrisio to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mendrisio to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €4, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 9 miles (15 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€12 Average price | €4 Average price Cheapest |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 3m Average total duration 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Mendrisio to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Mendrisio to Lugano trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:04 PM Mendrisio | 0h20 | 5:24 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:41 PM Mendrisio | 0h19 | 6:00 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 6 | |||||
![]() | 3:34 AM Mendrisio | 0h20 | 3:54 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:46 AM Mendrisio | 0h21 | 7:07 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:18 AM Mendrisio | 0h16 | 9:34 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Mendrisio to Lugano
Distance 9 miles (15 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 16m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Mendrisio to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Mendrisio and Lugano from $5 (€4). 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 Mendrisio to Lugano

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Mendrisio to Lugano
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 in the nearby parking lot.
- Ristorante Pizzeria Corona
- Osteria Lanterna
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Coronado
- Albergo Stazione Mendrisio
- Hotel Milano
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Train: S10, S40
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center
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