Frankfurt am Main to Lugano train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC,EC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

Showing times and prices for 19 Jul

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:486h10
Frankfurt am Main
13:58Lugano
£691One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
09:056h53
Frankfurt am Main
15:58Lugano
£691One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
08:056h23
Frankfurt am Main
14:28Lugano
£731One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
08:006h28
Frankfurt am Main
14:28Lugano
£731One-way
0 changes
Deutsche Bahn
07:056h23
Frankfurt am Main
13:28Lugano
£821One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

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

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£86

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£43

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£74

Average Price

6h 36m

Average total duration

6h 6m

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9h 30m

Average total duration

9h 0m

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4h 14m

Average total duration

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1h 14m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

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Trains from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
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 £18
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
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 £18

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn trains Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

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.

Frankfurt am Main to Lugano train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 54 min
  • Cheapest Price: £36
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Lugano train

FAQs: Travel by train from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Lugano.
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Important Stations and Airports in Frankfurt am Main and Lugano

Frankfurt am Main
Lugano
The major train station for departures in Frankfurt am Main is Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 09:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located in the main hall.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Burger King
  • Ciao Bella
  • Coffee Fellows
  • Crepes de France Express
  • dean&david
  • Starbucks
  • Uddin's Sky Sportsbar
  • McDonald's
  • Dunkin Donuts
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Cristall
  • Grand Hotel Empire
  • Hotel Carlton
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
The major train station for arrivals in Lugano is Lugano. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lugano for your journey to Lugano from Frankfurt am Main.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
4
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Basilea.
Dining
Dining
  • Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
  • Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • CHF 1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano
  • Hotel Lugano Dante Center
  • Hotel Federale Lugano
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 640 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
  • Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
Public transport options for Lugano
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Funicular: Lugano Città–Stazione funicular

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