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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zurich Airport to Lugano
Cheapest price
$68
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich Airport to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich Airport to Lugano will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
Of the 4 trains that leave Zurich Airport for Lugano on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
9:15 AM2h13Zurich Airport11:28 AMLugano$681One-way0 transfers- 7:48 AM2h10Zurich Airport9:58 AMLugano$711One-way0 transfers
- 8:49 AM2h59Zurich Airport11:48 AMLugano$721One-way0 transfers
- 8:48 AM2h10Zurich Airport10:58 AMLugano$771One-way0 transfers
- 7:48 AM2h10Zurich Airport9:58 AMLugano$711One-way0 transfers
- 8:48 AM2h10Zurich Airport10:58 AMLugano$771One-way0 transfers
- 9:15 AM2h13Zurich Airport11:28 AMLugano$681One-way0 transfers
- 8:49 AM2h59Zurich Airport11:48 AMLugano$721One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Zurich Airport to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich Airport to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $176 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich Airport to Lugano:
A train is $102 (€81) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich Airport to Lugano costing on average $176 (€140).
Other travel options to Lugano take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
Bus takes on average 2h 53m.
The journey is about 29m faster (2h 21m by train vs 2h 50m by car) and roughly $31 (€24) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($74 (€59) vs $105 (€83)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Zurich Airport to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich Airport to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:48 AM Zurich Airport | 2h10 | 9:58 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:48 AM Zurich Airport | 2h10 | 10:58 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:49 AM Zurich Airport | 2h59 | 11:48 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:15 AM Zurich Airport | 2h13 | 11:28 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Zurich Airport to Lugano
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Trains from Zurich Airport to Lugano run on average 21 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 09:15. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 9:15 AM |
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Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Zurich Airport to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Zurich Airport and Lugano from $57 (€45). 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 Zurich Airport to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich Airport to Lugano 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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