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The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Lugano

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£53

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£90

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

2 h 54 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

2 h 54 m

Trains on 05 Sept

Distance

202 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Basel to Lugano will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 83 trains from Basel to Lugano, including 9 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 202 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.

IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · B 2 2207 | 2207
14:043h09
Basel SBB
17:13Lugano
£531One-way
2 changes
IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · RE 80 25529 | 25529 · B 1 1235 | 1235
14:043h11
Basel SBB
17:15Lugano
£541One-way
3 changes
IC 21 687 | 687
19:042h54
Basel SBB
21:58Lugano, Stazione
£551One-way
0 changes
IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 889
20:042h54
Basel SBB
22:58Lugano, Stazione
£551One-way
1 change
ICE 271 | 271 · RE 6 4523 | 4523 · IC 10367 | 10367
7:583h43
Basel SBB
11:41Lugano, Stazione
£641One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for Basel to Lugano

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £179.

Distance: 202 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Coach	Flight	Driving
£69 Average Price	£42 Average Price Cheapest	£179 Average Price	£84 Average Price (fuel + tolls)
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 30m Average total duration 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	12h 5m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Basel to Lugano is a coach with an average price of £42.

This is compared to other travel options from Basel to Lugano:

A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Lugano costing on average £69.

A coach is £136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Lugano costing on average £179.

The fastest way to travel from Basel to Lugano is by train with an average journey time of 3h 3m.

Other travel options to Lugano take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 0m.

Flight takes on average 10h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Basel and Lugano including taking a coach, train and flight.

Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 15m faster (3h 3m by train vs 3h 18m by car) and roughly £15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£69 vs £84). 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, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Basel to Lugano train times

The table below shows live departures for Basel to Lugano trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
IC 21 687 \| 687	19:04 Basel SBB	2h54	21:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 687 \| 687 · B 2 2289 \| 2289	19:04 Basel SBB	3h08	22:12 Lugano	1 change
IR 26 2339 \| 2339 · IC 2 889 \| 889	20:04 Basel SBB	2h54	22:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2339 \| 2339 · IC 2 889 \| 889 · B 2 2297 \| 2297	20:04 Basel SBB	3h08	23:12 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 691 \| 691	21:04 Basel SBB	2h54	23:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 691 \| 691 · B 2 2305 \| 2305	21:04 Basel SBB	3h08	0:12 Lugano	1 change
IR 26 2343 \| 2343 · IC 2 893 \| 893 · S 10 25149 \| 25149	22:04 Basel SBB	3h21	1:25 Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 26 2343 \| 2343 · IC 2 893 \| 893 · S 10 25101 \| 25101	22:04 Basel SBB	6h01	4:05 Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
IR 26 2343 \| 2343 · IC 2 893 \| 893 · S 10 25101 \| 25101 · B 439 302 \| 302	22:04 Basel SBB	7h46	5:50 Lugano	3 changes
Saturday 5 September
IC 21 659 \| 659	5:04 Basel SBB	2h54	7:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 659 \| 659 · RE 80 25511 \| 25511 · B 1 1047 \| 1047	5:04 Basel SBB	3h10	8:14 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 659 \| 659 · B 2 2045 \| 2045	5:04 Basel SBB	3h08	8:12 Lugano	1 change
IC 3 551 \| 551 · EC 11 \| 11	5:33 Basel SBB	2h55	8:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 551 \| 551 · EC 11 \| 11 · B 2 2057 \| 2057	5:33 Basel SBB	3h09	8:42 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 551 \| 551 · EC 11 \| 11 · B 2 2057 \| 2057 · B 4 4051 \| 4051	5:33 Basel SBB	3h13	8:46 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2311 \| 2311 · IC 2 861 \| 861	6:04 Basel SBB	2h54	8:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2311 \| 2311 · IC 2 861 \| 861 · RE 80 25513 \| 25513 · B 1 1073 \| 1073	6:04 Basel SBB	3h11	9:15 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2311 \| 2311 · IC 2 861 \| 861 · B 2 2069 \| 2069	6:04 Basel SBB	3h09	9:13 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 559 \| 559 · EC 13 \| 13	6:33 Basel SBB	2h55	9:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 559 \| 559 · EC 13 \| 13 · B 2 2077 \| 2077	6:33 Basel SBB	3h10	9:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 559 \| 559 · EC 13 \| 13 · B 2 2077 \| 2077 · B 4 4067 \| 4067	6:33 Basel SBB	3h13	9:46 Lugano	3 changes
IC 21 663 \| 663	7:04 Basel SBB	2h54	9:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 663 \| 663 · RE 80 25515 \| 25515 · B 1 1089 \| 1089	7:04 Basel SBB	3h11	10:15 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 663 \| 663 · B 2 2085 \| 2085	7:04 Basel SBB	3h09	10:13 Lugano	1 change
IC 3 761 \| 761 · IC 10363 \| 10363	7:07 Basel SBB	3h34	10:41 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 761 \| 761 · IC 10363 \| 10363 · B 4 4082 \| 4082	7:07 Basel SBB	3h45	10:52 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 561 \| 561 · EC 301 \| 301	7:33 Basel SBB	2h55	10:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 561 \| 561 · EC 301 \| 301 · B 2 2093 \| 2093	7:33 Basel SBB	3h10	10:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 561 \| 561 · EC 301 \| 301 · B 2 2093 \| 2093 · B 4 4083 \| 4083	7:33 Basel SBB	3h13	10:46 Lugano	3 changes
ICE 271 \| 271 · RE 6 4523 \| 4523 · IC 10367 \| 10367	7:58 Basel SBB	3h43	11:41 Lugano, Stazione	2 changes
ICE 271 \| 271 · RE 6 4523 \| 4523 · IC 10367 \| 10367 · B 4 4098 \| 4098	7:58 Basel SBB	3h54	11:52 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2315 \| 2315 · IC 2 865 \| 865	8:04 Basel SBB	2h54	10:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2315 \| 2315 · IC 2 865 \| 865 · RE 80 25517 \| 25517 · B 1 1105 \| 1105	8:04 Basel SBB	3h11	11:15 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2315 \| 2315 · IC 2 865 \| 865 · B 2 2101 \| 2101	8:04 Basel SBB	3h09	11:13 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 563 \| 563 · EC 15 \| 15	8:33 Basel SBB	2h55	11:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 563 \| 563 · EC 15 \| 15 · B 2 2109 \| 2109	8:33 Basel SBB	3h10	11:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 563 \| 563 · EC 15 \| 15 · B 2 2109 \| 2109 · B 4 4099 \| 4099	8:33 Basel SBB	3h13	11:46 Lugano	3 changes
IC 21 667 \| 667	9:04 Basel SBB	2h54	11:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 667 \| 667 · RE 80 25519 \| 25519 · B 1 1129 \| 1129	9:04 Basel SBB	3h11	12:15 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 667 \| 667 · B 2 2117 \| 2117	9:04 Basel SBB	3h09	12:13 Lugano	1 change
IC 3 553 \| 553 · EC 153 \| 153	9:33 Basel SBB	2h55	12:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 553 \| 553 · EC 153 \| 153 · B 2 2125 \| 2125	9:33 Basel SBB	3h10	12:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 553 \| 553 · EC 153 \| 153 · B 2 2125 \| 2125 · B 4 4115 \| 4115	9:33 Basel SBB	3h13	12:46 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2319 \| 2319 · IC 2 869 \| 869	10:04 Basel SBB	2h54	12:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2319 \| 2319 · IC 2 869 \| 869 · RE 80 25521 \| 25521 · B 1 1155 \| 1155	10:04 Basel SBB	3h11	13:15 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2319 \| 2319 · IC 2 869 \| 869 · B 2 2133 \| 2133	10:04 Basel SBB	3h09	13:13 Lugano	2 changes
TGV 9203 \| 9203 · EC 19 \| 19	10:33 Basel SBB	2h55	13:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
TGV 9203 \| 9203 · EC 19 \| 19 · B 2 2141 \| 2141 · B 4 4131 \| 4131	10:33 Basel SBB	3h13	13:46 Lugano	3 changes
TGV 9203 \| 9203 · EC 19 \| 19 · B 2 2141 \| 2141	10:33 Basel SBB	3h10	13:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 671 \| 671	11:04 Basel SBB	2h54	13:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 671 \| 671 · B 2 2149 \| 2149	11:04 Basel SBB	3h09	14:13 Lugano	1 change
IC 21 671 \| 671 · RE 80 25523 \| 25523 · B 1 1177 \| 1177	11:04 Basel SBB	3h11	14:15 Lugano	2 changes
EC 151 \| 151	11:07 Basel SBB	3h21	14:28 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
EC 151 \| 151 · B 2 2157 \| 2157 · B 4 4147 \| 4147	11:07 Basel SBB	3h39	14:46 Lugano	2 changes
EC 151 \| 151 · B 2 2157 \| 2157	11:07 Basel SBB	3h36	14:43 Lugano	1 change
IC 3 569 \| 569 · EC 151 \| 151	11:33 Basel SBB	2h55	14:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 569 \| 569 · EC 151 \| 151 · B 2 2157 \| 2157 · B 4 4147 \| 4147	11:33 Basel SBB	3h13	14:46 Lugano	3 changes
IC 3 569 \| 569 · EC 151 \| 151 · B 2 2157 \| 2157	11:33 Basel SBB	3h10	14:43 Lugano	2 changes
IR 26 2323 \| 2323 · IC 2 873 \| 873	12:04 Basel SBB	2h54	14:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2323 \| 2323 · IC 2 873 \| 873 · RE 80 25525 \| 25525 · B 1 1195 \| 1195	12:04 Basel SBB	3h11	15:15 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2323 \| 2323 · IC 2 873 \| 873 · B 2 2165 \| 2165	12:04 Basel SBB	3h09	15:13 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 591 \| 591 · EC 21 \| 21	12:33 Basel SBB	2h55	15:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 591 \| 591 · EC 21 \| 21 · B 2 2173 \| 2173 · B 4 4161 \| 4161	12:33 Basel SBB	3h13	15:46 Lugano	3 changes
IC 3 591 \| 591 · EC 21 \| 21 · B 2 2173 \| 2173	12:33 Basel SBB	3h10	15:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 675 \| 675 · RE 80 25527 \| 25527 · B 1 1209 \| 1209	13:04 Basel SBB	3h11	16:15 Lugano	2 changes
IC 21 675 \| 675	13:04 Basel SBB	2h54	15:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
IC 21 675 \| 675 · B 2 2183 \| 2183	13:04 Basel SBB	3h09	16:13 Lugano	1 change
TGV 9211 \| 9211 · EC 37 \| 37	13:33 Basel SBB	2h55	16:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
TGV 9211 \| 9211 · EC 37 \| 37 · B 2 2195 \| 2195 · B 4 4179 \| 4179	13:33 Basel SBB	3h13	16:46 Lugano	3 changes
TGV 9211 \| 9211 · EC 37 \| 37 · B 2 2195 \| 2195	13:33 Basel SBB	3h10	16:43 Lugano	2 changes
IR 26 2327 \| 2327 · IC 2 877 \| 877	14:04 Basel SBB	2h54	16:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2327 \| 2327 · IC 2 877 \| 877 · RE 80 25529 \| 25529 · B 1 1235 \| 1235	14:04 Basel SBB	3h11	17:15 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2327 \| 2327 · IC 2 877 \| 877 · B 2 2207 \| 2207	14:04 Basel SBB	3h09	17:13 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 575 \| 575 · EC 123 \| 123 · B 2 2219 \| 2219	14:33 Basel SBB	3h10	17:43 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 575 \| 575 · EC 123 \| 123	14:33 Basel SBB	2h55	17:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 575 \| 575 · EC 123 \| 123 · B 2 2219 \| 2219 · B 4 4195 \| 4195	14:33 Basel SBB	3h13	17:46 Lugano	3 changes
EC 173 \| 173	15:04 Basel SBB	2h54	17:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
EC 173 \| 173 · RE 80 25531 \| 25531 · B 1 1263 \| 1263	15:04 Basel SBB	3h11	18:15 Lugano	2 changes
EC 173 \| 173 · B 2 2231 \| 2231	15:04 Basel SBB	3h09	18:13 Lugano	1 change
TGV 9213 \| 9213 · IC 2 1479 \| 1479	15:33 Basel SBB	2h55	18:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
TGV 9213 \| 9213 · IC 2 1479 \| 1479 · B 2 2243 \| 2243 · B 4 4211 \| 4211	15:33 Basel SBB	3h13	18:46 Lugano	3 changes
TGV 9213 \| 9213 · IC 2 1479 \| 1479 · B 2 2243 \| 2243	15:33 Basel SBB	3h10	18:43 Lugano	2 changes
IR 26 2331 \| 2331 · IC 2 881 \| 881	16:04 Basel SBB	2h54	18:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2331 \| 2331 · IC 2 881 \| 881 · RE 80 25533 \| 25533 · B 1 1293 \| 1293	16:04 Basel SBB	3h10	19:14 Lugano	3 changes
IR 26 2331 \| 2331 · IC 2 881 \| 881 · B 2 2255 \| 2255	16:04 Basel SBB	3h09	19:13 Lugano	2 changes
IC 3 579 \| 579 · EC 25 \| 25	16:33 Basel SBB	2h55	19:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 21 683 \| 683	17:04 Basel SBB	2h54	19:58 Lugano, Stazione	0 changesdirect
TGV 9215 \| 9215 · EC 27 \| 27	17:33 Basel SBB	2h55	20:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IR 26 2335 \| 2335 · IC 2 885 \| 885	18:04 Basel SBB	2h54	20:58 Lugano, Stazione	1 change
IC 3 583 \| 583 · EC 29 \| 29	18:33 Basel SBB	2h55	21:28 Lugano, Stazione	1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Basel to Lugano

Switzerland

Trains from Basel to Lugano run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 202 km distance in 2h 54m.

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

Coach from £29

Distance

202 km

Average train duration

3h 3m

Cheapest ticket price

£39

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 54m

First train

0:37

Last train

23:05

Cheapest Month

Nov

Cheapest Day

Tue

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £29

Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn from Basel to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Südostbahn trains will get you between Basel and Lugano from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SBB Duration

2h 54m

Cheapest SBB Price

£39

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration

2h 51m

Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price

£108

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

19 a day

Südostbahn

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Südostbahn Duration

2h 54m

Südostbahn frequency

6 a day

Complete guide to Lugano

Things to do in Lugano

Discover the best of Lugano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lugano trip today.

Must visit

MASI Lugano at LAC

Lugano’s flagship art museum presents modern and contemporary exhibitions in a lakeside cultural centre. A top stop for architecture, art and temporary shows.

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Recommended

Museo delle Culture

A lakeside museum in Villa Ciani with exhibitions on Swiss customs, arts and regional culture. It is a manageable visit near the city centre and park.

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Recommended

Museo delle Dogane Svizzere

Museum of customs and smuggling history in Cantine di Gandria. It offers a distinctive local story in a scenic lakeside setting reached on foot or by boat.

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Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)

Lugano is pricier than many Swiss and Italian-border cities, with high hotel rates, dining costs and everyday expenses; public transport is efficient but not cheap.

Average meal costs

Budget: CHF 15-25 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range: CHF 30-50 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: CHF 90+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: CHF 3.50-5.50 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service in restaurants; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Basel to Lugano train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Basel to Lugano can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £69.

The train journey from Basel to Lugano covers a distance of 202 km and takes approximately 2h 54m. Trains run 14 per day.

The train distance from Basel to Lugano is 202 km.

The first train from Basel to Lugano leaves at 0:37.

The last train from Basel to Lugano departs at 23:05.

Trains from Basel to Lugano run approximately 14 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Basel to Lugano.

Yes, there is a direct train between Basel and Lugano. The service operates 2 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).

To get from Basel to Lugano, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.

There is no night train service from Basel to Lugano.

The train station in Basel that goes to Lugano is Basel SBB, and it arrives at Lugano, Stazione.

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Lugano is by coach, costing approximately £29.

Booking trains from Basel to Lugano in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

Yes, the train journey from Basel to Lugano is considered scenic, as it passes through the picturesque landscapes of the Swiss Alps, offering views of mountains, lakes, and charming villages along the way.

A day trip from Basel to Lugano is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 54m. However, there are 8 trains available per day. Distance is 202 km.

In Lugano, you can enjoy scenic boat tours and lakeside promenades on Lake Lugano, with stunning views. Hike or take a funicular to Monte San Salvatore for breathtaking regional vistas. Explore vibrant local markets for a taste of Swiss culture, or visit the Hermann Hesse Museum in Montagnola. Stroll through Lugano's Old Town to discover charming shops and cafes. For the best sights, Monte Brè offers panoramic views of the Alps, while Parco Ciani provides walking paths and gardens. The LAC hosts cultural events, and Swissminiatur showcases miniature Swiss landmarks. Gandria, a lakeside village, features narrow streets and traditional architecture.

Three to four days in Lugano allows visitors to explore its key attractions, enjoy the picturesque lake, hike surrounding mountains, and experience the local culture and cuisine.

Yes, you can take the train from Basel to Lugano.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Lugano

Most Basel to Lugano trains use the Basel SBB to Lugano, Stazione station pair, with some services arriving at Lugano-Paradiso. Use this guide to compare Basel and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Basel

Arrival train stations in Lugano

Which Basel station do trains to Lugano leave from?

Trains from Basel to Lugano leave from Basel SBB. The station is 2 km from Basel city centre at Centralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland.

Basel SBBCentralbahnstrasse 10, 4051 Basel, Switzerland+41 51 221 22 22 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre

Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainTer · 5m · £0.90 · every ~2 min

Bus50 · 4m · £2 · every ~15 min

Tram11 · 5m · £2

1, 3, 2 · 7m · £2 · every ~25 min

Basel SBB train station facilities and services

Basel SBB 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 Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.

More about Basel SBB

Basel Bad BhfSchwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland+41 61 690 13 13 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre

Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus30 · 11m · £3 · every ~18 min

Tram6, 1, 2 · 19m · £3 · every ~20 min

Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services

Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.

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Basel, BrausebadBrausebad, 4055 Basel, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel, Brausebad from Basel city centre

Tram1, 2, 3 · 6m · £2 · every ~25 min

Basel, Brausebad train station facilities and services

Basel, Brausebad has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the station. ATMs are available at Basel, Brausebad.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel, Brausebad.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel, Brausebad: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Brausebad: The station has accessible entrances and facilities.

Basel, SchützenhausSchützenmattstrasse 56, 4051 Basel, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel, Schützenhaus from Basel city centre

Tram1, 2, 3 · 3m · £2 · every ~25 min

Basel, Schützenhaus train station facilities and services

Basel, Schützenhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Several cafes and snack bars available.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs available at both entrances.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Basel, Schützenhaus.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel, Schützenhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Basel, Schützenhaus: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.

Basel St Johann4056 Basel, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Basel St Johann from Basel city centre

Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus50 · 8m · £2 · every ~15 min

Tram1, 21, 3, 6, 8, 6457, 8190, 8280, 8298, 8312 · 5m · £2 · every ~15 min

Basel St Johann train station facilities and services

Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.

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