Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£73
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
458 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano will cost around £73 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 5 trains that leave Frankfurt am Main for Lugano every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 458 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 28 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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 458 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£86 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Distance 458 km |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 6h 8m |
First train 02:45 |
Last train 23:05 |
Travel between Frankfurt am Main and Lugano from £36 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient route for you.
Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.
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