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Cheap train tickets from Munich to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Cheapest

$187

Average

$192

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

ICE 568

09:03AM7h25

Munich Hbf

04:28PMLugano station

$1871One-way

2 transfers

RE 3876

09:20AM6h38

Munich Hbf

03:58PMLugano station

$1901One-way

4 transfers

RE 78921

08:20AM6h38

Munich Hbf

02:58PMLugano station

$1951One-way

3 transfers

RE 3876

09:20AM7h08

Munich Hbf

04:28PMLugano station

$1951One-way

3 transfers

RE 3876

09:20AM7h38

Munich Hbf

04:58PMLugano station

$1951One-way

2 transfers

Munich to Lugano train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, October 13

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Deutsche Bahn RE 78921	08:20AM Munich Hbf	6h38	02:58PM Lugano station	3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn ICE 568	09:03AM Munich Hbf	7h25	04:28PM Lugano station	2 transfers
Deutsche Bahn RE 3876	09:20AM Munich Hbf	6h38	03:58PM Lugano station	4 transfers
Deutsche Bahn RE 3876	09:20AM Munich Hbf	7h08	04:28PM Lugano station	3 transfers
Deutsche Bahn RE 3876	09:20AM Munich Hbf	7h38	04:58PM Lugano station	2 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Munich to Lugano?

The best time to book your train from Munich to Lugano is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Munich to Lugano route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Munich to Lugano per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Munich to Lugano.

Trains

from $60

Buses

from $22

Flights

from $279

Fastest train times from Munich to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Oct 13

Fastest Journey

6 h 38 m

Average

7 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

309 km

It's difficult to get from Munich to Lugano without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

RE 3876

09:20AM6h38

Munich Hbf

03:58PMLugano station

$1901One-way

4 transfers

Fastest

RE 78921

08:20AM6h38

Munich Hbf

02:58PMLugano station

$1951One-way

3 transfers

RE 3876

09:20AM7h08

Munich Hbf

04:28PMLugano station

$1951One-way

3 transfers

ICE 568

09:03AM7h25

Munich Hbf

04:28PMLugano station

$1871One-way

2 transfers

RE 3876

09:20AM7h38

Munich Hbf

04:58PMLugano station

$1951One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Munich to Lugano

Distance	192 miles (309 km)
Average train duration	6 h 4 min
Average train ticket price	$140 (€120)
Train frequency	11 a day
Direct train	No
Train providers	Deutsche Bahn

Trains from Munich to Lugano cover the 192 miles (309 km) long journey taking on average 6 h 4 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn. Normally, there are 11 trains operating per day. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $140 (€120), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $65 (€56).

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB from Munich to Lugano trains

For as little as $43 (€37) you can travel by train to Lugano from Munich with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train from Munich to Lugano. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Munich to Lugano with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 6 h 4 min
Cheapest Price: $43

FAQs: Trains from Munich to Lugano

FAQs: Travel by train from Munich to Lugano easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Munich to Lugano.

Cheap train tickets from Munich to Lugano can start from as little as $65 (€56) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Munich to Lugano is $140 (€120); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Munich to Lugano train travel time is 6 h 4 min for the 192 mile (309 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Munich to Lugano leaves at 6: 54 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Munich to Lugano leaves at 7: 51 PM.

There are 11 trains a day from Munich to Lugano which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Munich to Lugano train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Munich and Lugano to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 51 PM.

The cheapest month to travel from Munich to Lugano by train is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Lugano from Munich including taking a bus, train or flight.