Munich to Lugano train with Deutsche Bahn (IC,EC,ICE,RE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Lugano

Showing times and prices for Jun 15

Cheapest price

$50

Average price

$66

Fastest journey

6 h 4 m

Average duration

6 h 32 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

309 km

Cheap tickets

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.

The average ticket from Munich to Lugano will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.

Fast trains

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

Deutsche BahnICE 568 · IC 485 · IC 1475
09:02AM7h26
Munich Hbf
04:28PMLugano station
$501One-way
2 transfers
Deutsche BahnECE 196 · IC 873
08:53AM6h05
Munich Hbf
02:58PMLugano station
$661One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnECE 194 · IC 877
10:54AM6h04
Munich Hbf
04:58PMLugano station
$801One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Munich to Lugano

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Munich to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg.

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€79

Average price

€32

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Cheapest

€143

Average price

7h 3m

Average duration

6h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 13m

Average duration

6h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 54m

Average duration

Fastest

4h 54m

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3h 0m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.9kg

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Munich to Lugano train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 8:53 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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deutsche_bahnECE 196 · IC 873
On time
6:53 AM Munich Hbf
6h05
12:58 PM Lugano station
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 568 · IC 485 · IC 1475
On time
7:02 AM Munich Hbf
7h26
2:28 PM Lugano station
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Munich to Lugano

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Trains from Munich to Lugano run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)
Distance
192 miles (309 km)
Average train duration
6h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
$44 (€36)
Trains per day
4
Fastest train
6h 4m
First train
02:31
Last train
21:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $21 (€17)

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Lugano trains

You can travel by train to Lugano from Munich with Deutsche Bahn for as low as $44 (€36). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40,000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Munich to Lugano train.

Train information from Munich to Lugano with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 4 min
  • Cheapest Price: $44
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

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