Interlaken to Lugano train with SBB

Sun 18 Oct
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Interlaken to Lugano

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Oct

Cheapest price on 18 Oct

£45

Average ticket price on 18 Oct

£77

Fastest journey on 18 Oct

3 h 48 m

Average journey duration on 18 Oct

3 h 52 m

Trains on 18 Oct

92

Distance

112 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Interlaken to Lugano will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £45.

Fast trains

To travel from Interlaken to Lugano you need to make at least one change.

  • SBBIR LIX 3085 | 3085 · IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881
    15:103h48
    Interlaken Ost
    18:58Lugano, Stazione
    £451One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 683
    16:103h48
    Interlaken Ost
    19:58Lugano, Stazione
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • SBBB 103 10367 | 10367 · IR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 683
    15:574h01
    Interlaken
    19:58Lugano, Stazione
    £481One-way
    2 changes
  • SBBIR LIX 3085 | 3085 · IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 · B 2 2255 | 2255
    15:104h03
    Interlaken Ost
    19:13Lugano
    £481One-way
    3 changes
  • SBBIR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 683 · B 2 2273 | 2273
    16:104h02
    Interlaken Ost
    20:12Lugano
    £481One-way
    2 changes

Journey information

Overview: Train from Interlaken to Lugano

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Trains from Interlaken to Lugano run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 112 km distance in 3h 21m.

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
Distance
112 km
Average train duration
3h 41m
Cheapest ticket price
£39
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
3h 21m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:50
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
21 days
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

Live departures

Interlaken to Lugano train times

The table below shows live departures for Interlaken to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
SBBB 312 312009 | 312009 · B M41 941004 | 941004 · BN M40 99402 | 99402 · IR 2155 | 21550:15 Interlaken
7h57
8:12 Lugano5 changes
SBBB 312 312009 | 312009 · B M41 941004 | 941004 · BN M40 99402 | 99402 · IR 2155 | 21550:15 Interlaken
7h59
8:14 Lugano6 changes
SBBB 312 312009 | 312009 · B M41 941004 | 941004 · BN M40 99402 | 99402 · IR 2155 | 21550:15 Interlaken
7h43
7:58 Lugano, Stazione4 changes
SBBBN M40 99402 | 99402 · IR 2155 | 2155 · IC 21 659 | 6592:00 Interlaken
5h58
7:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 956 | 956 · RE 6 4519 | 4519 · IC 2 861 | 861 · RE 80 25513 | 255134:56 Interlaken Ost
4h18
9:14 Lugano4 changes
SBBIC 61 956 | 956 · RE 6 4519 | 4519 · IC 2 861 | 8614:56 Interlaken Ost
4h02
8:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 956 | 956 · RE 6 4519 | 4519 · IC 2 861 | 861 · B 2 2069 | 20694:56 Interlaken Ost
4h17
9:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBIC 61 956 | 956 · RE 6 4519 | 4519 · IC 2 861 | 8615:01 Interlaken West
3h57
8:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBRE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 6 606 | 606 · IC 21 663 | 663 · RE 80 25515 | 255155:30 Interlaken Ost
4h44
10:14 Lugano4 changes
SBBRE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 6 606 | 606 · IC 21 663 | 6635:30 Interlaken Ost
4h28
9:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBRE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 6 606 | 606 · IC 21 663 | 663 · B 2 2085 | 20855:30 Interlaken Ost
4h43
10:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBRE 9 4207 | 4207 · IC 6 606 | 606 · IC 21 663 | 6635:34 Interlaken West
4h24
9:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 30474 | 30474 · RE 6 4521 | 4521 · IC 21 663 | 663 · RE 80 25515 | 255155:59 Interlaken Ost
4h15
10:14 Lugano4 changes
SBBIC 61 30474 | 30474 · RE 6 4521 | 4521 · IC 21 663 | 663 · B 2 2085 | 20855:59 Interlaken Ost
4h14
10:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBIC 61 30474 | 30474 · RE 6 4521 | 4521 · IC 21 663 | 6635:59 Interlaken Ost
3h59
9:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 30474 | 30474 · RE 6 4521 | 4521 · IC 21 663 | 6636:04 Interlaken West
3h54
9:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 809 | 809 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 25517 · B 1 1107 | 11076:59 Interlaken Ost
4h15
11:14 Lugano3 changes
SBBIC 81 809 | 809 · IC 2 865 | 865 · B 2 2101 | 21016:59 Interlaken Ost
4h14
11:13 Lugano2 changes
SBBIC 81 809 | 809 · IC 2 865 | 8656:59 Interlaken Ost
3h59
10:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
SBBIC 81 809 | 809 · IC 2 865 | 8657:04 Interlaken West
3h54
10:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2915 | 2915+SBBIR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 865 · B 2 2101 | 21017:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
11:13 Lugano3 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2915 | 2915+SBBIR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 865 · RE 80 25517 | 255177:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
11:14 Lugano4 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2915 | 2915+SBBIR 26 2315 | 2315 · IC 2 865 | 8657:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
10:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBRE 9 4211 | 4211 · IC 6 610 | 610 · IC 21 667 | 6677:33 Interlaken West
4h25
11:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 957 | 957+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2917 | 2917+SBBIC 21 667 | 6677:53 Interlaken West
4h05
11:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 811 | 811 · EC 33 | 338:04 Interlaken West
4h24
12:28 Lugano, Stazione1 change
SBBIC 81 811 | 811 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 6678:04 Interlaken West
3h54
11:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2917 | 2917+SBBIC 21 667 | 6678:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
11:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2917 | 2917+SBBIC 21 667 | 667 · RE 80 25519 | 25519 · B 1 1127 | 11278:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
12:14 Lugano3 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2917 | 2917+SBBIC 21 667 | 667 · B 2 2117 | 21178:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
12:13 Lugano2 changes
SBBIC 61 964 | 964 · IC 8 813 | 813 · IC 2 869 | 8699:04 Interlaken West
3h54
12:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2919 | 2919+SBBIR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869 · RE 80 25521 | 255219:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
13:14 Lugano4 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2919 | 2919+SBBIR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 8699:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
12:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2919 | 2919+SBBIR 26 2319 | 2319 · IC 2 869 | 869 · B 2 2133 | 21339:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
13:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBIC 61 333 | 333+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2921 | 2921+SBBIC 21 671 | 6719:53 Interlaken West
4h05
13:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 815 | 815 · IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 67110:04 Interlaken West
3h54
13:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 815 | 815 · EC 151 | 15110:04 Interlaken West
4h24
14:28 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2921 | 2921+SBBIC 21 671 | 671 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 · B 1 1179 | 117910:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
14:14 Lugano3 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2921 | 2921+SBBIC 21 671 | 67110:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
13:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2921 | 2921+SBBIC 21 671 | 671 · B 2 2149 | 214910:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
14:13 Lugano2 changes
SBBIC 61 30106 | 30106 · IC 8 817 | 817 · IC 2 873 | 87311:04 Interlaken West
3h54
14:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2923 | 2923+SBBIR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 2 873 | 87311:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
14:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2923 | 2923+SBBIR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 2 873 | 873 · RE 80 25525 | 2552511:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
15:14 Lugano4 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2923 | 2923+SBBIR 26 2323 | 2323 · IC 2 873 | 873 · B 2 2165 | 216511:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
15:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBRE 9 4219 | 4219 · IC 6 618 | 618 · IC 21 675 | 67511:33 Interlaken West
4h25
15:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 965 | 965+Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2925 | 2925+SBBIC 21 675 | 67511:53 Interlaken West
4h05
15:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 819 | 819 · IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 67512:04 Interlaken West
3h54
15:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 819 | 819 · EC 37 | 3712:04 Interlaken West
4h24
16:28 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2925 | 2925+SBBIC 21 675 | 67512:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
15:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2925 | 2925+SBBIC 21 675 | 675 · RE 80 25527 | 25527 · B 1 1211 | 121112:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
16:14 Lugano3 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2925 | 2925+SBBIC 21 675 | 675 · B 2 2183 | 218312:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
16:13 Lugano2 changes
SBBIC 61 972 | 972 · IC 8 821 | 821 · IC 2 877 | 87713:04 Interlaken West
3h54
16:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2927 | 2927+SBBIR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · RE 80 25529 | 2552913:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
17:14 Lugano4 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2927 | 2927+SBBIR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 87713:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
16:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2927 | 2927+SBBIR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 · B 2 2207 | 220713:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
17:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBRE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 10065 | 10065 · PE 72 69 | 69 · RE 80 25833 | 2583313:29 Interlaken Ost
5h08
18:37 Lugano4 changes
SBBRE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 10065 | 10065 · PE 72 69 | 69 · RE 80 25833 | 2583313:29 Interlaken Ost
4h55
18:24 Lugano, Stazione3 changes
SBBRE 9 4223 | 4223 · IC 6 10065 | 10065 · PE 72 69 | 69 · RE 80 25833 | 2583313:32 Interlaken West
4h52
18:24 Lugano, Stazione3 changes
SBBIC 81 823 | 823 · IR 46 2429 | 2429 · EC 173 | 17314:04 Interlaken West
3h54
17:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 823 | 823 · IC 2 1479 | 147914:04 Interlaken West
4h24
18:28 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 2929+SBBEC 173 | 17314:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
17:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 2929+SBBEC 173 | 173 · RE 80 25531 | 25531 · B 1 1265 | 126514:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
18:14 Lugano3 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 2929+SBBEC 173 | 173 · B 2 2231 | 223114:04 Interlaken Ost
4h09
18:13 Lugano2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 2929+SBBIC 2 1479 | 1479+Voralpen ExpressIR VAE 2033 | 203314:04 Interlaken Ost
4h24
18:28 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2929 | 2929+SBBIC 2 1479 | 1479 · B 2 2243 | 2243 · B 4 4211 | 421114:04 Interlaken Ost
4h42
18:46 Lugano4 changes
SBBIC 61 976 | 976 · IC 8 825 | 825 · IC 2 881 | 88115:04 Interlaken West
3h54
18:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIR LIX 3085 | 3085 · IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 88115:10 Interlaken Ost
3h48
18:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIR LIX 3085 | 3085 · IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 · RE 80 25533 | 2553315:10 Interlaken Ost
4h04
19:14 Lugano4 changes
SBBIR LIX 3085 | 3085 · IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 · B 2 2255 | 225515:10 Interlaken Ost
4h03
19:13 Lugano3 changes
SBBRE 9 4227 | 4227 · IC 6 626 | 626 · IC 21 683 | 68315:32 Interlaken West
4h26
19:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBB 103 10367 | 10367 · IR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 68315:57 Interlaken
4h01
19:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 81 827 | 827 · EC 27 | 2716:04 Interlaken West
4h24
20:28 Lugano, Stazione1 change
SBBIC 81 827 | 827 · IR 46 2433 | 2433 · IC 21 683 | 68316:04 Interlaken West
3h54
19:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 68316:10 Interlaken Ost
3h48
19:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
SBBIR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 683 · RE 80 25535 | 25535 · B 1 1315 | 131516:10 Interlaken Ost
4h04
20:14 Lugano3 changes
SBBIR LIX 3087 | 3087 · IC 21 683 | 683 · B 2 2273 | 227316:10 Interlaken Ost
4h02
20:12 Lugano2 changes
SBBIC 61 30100 | 30100 · IC 8 829 | 829 · IC 2 885 | 88517:04 Interlaken West
3h54
20:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2935 | 2935+SBBIR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 88517:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
20:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2935 | 2935+SBBIR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 885 · RE 80 25537 | 2553717:04 Interlaken Ost
4h10
21:14 Lugano4 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2935 | 2935+SBBIR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 885 · B 2 2281 | 228117:04 Interlaken Ost
4h08
21:12 Lugano3 changes
SBBIC 81 831 | 831 · IC 2 1487 | 148718:04 Interlaken West
4h24
22:28 Lugano, Stazione1 change
SBBIC 81 831 | 831 · IR 46 2437 | 2437 · IC 21 687 | 68718:04 Interlaken West
3h54
21:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2937 | 2937+SBBS 3 21377 | 21377 · IC 2 1487 | 148718:04 Interlaken Ost
4h24
22:28 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2937 | 2937+SBBIC 21 687 | 68718:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
21:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2937 | 2937+SBBIC 21 687 | 687 · B 2 2289 | 228918:04 Interlaken Ost
4h08
22:12 Lugano2 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2937 | 2937+SBBS 3 21377 | 21377 · IC 2 1487 | 1487 · B 2 2293 | 229318:04 Interlaken Ost
4h38
22:42 Lugano3 changes
SBBRE 8 4083 | 4083 · ICE 107 | 107 · EC 67 | 67 · RE 73 693 | 69318:07 Interlaken Ost
5h17
23:24 Lugano, Stazione4 changes
SBBIC 61 632 | 632 · EC 67 | 67 · RE 73 693 | 693 · RE 80 25843 | 2584318:29 Interlaken Ost
4h55
23:24 Lugano, Stazione3 changes
SBBIC 61 632 | 632 · IC 6 10067 | 10067 · RE 73 693 | 693 · RE 80 25843 | 2584318:29 Interlaken Ost
4h55
23:24 Lugano, Stazione3 changes
Luzern-Interlaken ExpressPE LIX 2941 | 2941+SBBIC 21 691 | 69120:04 Interlaken Ost
3h54
23:58 Lugano, Stazione1 change
SBBIC 61 992 | 992 · IC 8 841 | 841 · IC 21 659 | 65923:00 Interlaken Ost
8h58
7:58 Lugano, Stazione2 changes
SBBIC 61 992 | 992 · S 42 6644 | 6644 · IR 35 2353 | 2353 · IC 21 659 | 65923:00 Interlaken Ost
8h58
7:58 Lugano, Stazione3 changes

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Train companies: SBB, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Rhatische Bahn from Interlaken to Lugano trainsSBB, Luzern-Interlaken Express, Rhatische Bahn trains will get you between Interlaken and Lugano from £39. 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
3h 27m
Cheapest SBB Price
£39
SBB frequency
6 a day
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

Rhatische Bahn

About
The Rhatische Bahn is a Swiss railway network that operates throughout the country. It is one of the most extensive and reliable railway networks in Europe, with over 1,000 km of track. The Rhatische Bahn operates a variety of train types, including the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and InterRegio. The Glacier Express is a scenic train that travels between Zermatt and St. Moritz, while the Bernina Express is a panoramic train that travels between Chur and Tirano. The InterRegio is a regional train that connects major cities in Switzerland. The Rhatische Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and multi-day tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a variety of food and beverage options.The most popular routes for the Rhatische Bahn are the Glacier Express, Bernina Express, and InterRegio. These routes offer stunning views of the Swiss Alps, as well as convenient access to major cities in Switzerland.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Rhatische Bahn Duration
3h 32m
Cheapest Rhatische Bahn Price
£62
Rhatische Bahn frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled services
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant cars on some routes, bistro service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended during peak seasons and holidays, additional fee applies
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible trains, ramps available, assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket
Quiet zone

Luzern-Interlaken Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Luzern-Interlaken Express Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Luzern-Interlaken Express Price
£50
Luzern-Interlaken Express 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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.

Best day trips from Lugano by train

The most popular day trips by train from Lugano are Bellinzona, Locarno, Mendrisio, Chiasso and Como. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Lugano on Omio.

A view of Bellinzona

Day trip from Lugano to Bellinzona by train

Why visit Bellinzona for the day?

Bellinzona is best known for its three medieval castles, which rise above a compact Ticino centre. Italian-speaking and relaxed, it mixes fortress history with arcaded streets and Alpine surroundings.

How to get from Lugano to Bellinzona by train?

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 13m.

A view of Locarno

Day trip from Lugano to Locarno by train

Why visit Locarno for the day?

Locarno is a lakeside town in Ticino known for its mild climate, palm-lined waterfront and Piazza Grande. Between Lake Maggiore and the hills, it blends Swiss order with a Mediterranean atmosphere and a noted film festival.

How to get from Lugano to Locarno by train?

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 32m.

A view of Mendrisio

Day trip from Lugano to Mendrisio by train

Why visit Mendrisio for the day?

Mendrisio is a small Ticino town known for wine, a compact historic centre and FoxTown. Its Italian-speaking character, old churches and setting near Monte Generoso give it a relaxed Lombard feel within Switzerland.

How to get from Lugano to Mendrisio by train?

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 16m.

A view of Chiasso

Day trip from Lugano to Chiasso by train

Why visit Chiasso for the day?

Chiasso is a border town in southern Switzerland known as the country’s southern gateway to Italy. Its character is shaped by cross-border trade, everyday commerce and a more urban feel than many Swiss towns.

How to get from Lugano to Chiasso by train?

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 24m.

A view of Como

Day trip from Lugano to Como by train

Why visit Como for the day?

Como sits at the southern tip of Lake Como, where elegant streets meet a busy waterfront and steep green hills. Known for silk, historic churches and graceful villas, it feels polished yet relaxed.

How to get from Lugano to Como by train?

There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:16, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 38m.

FAQs: Interlaken to Lugano train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Interlaken to Lugano can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £39, while the average price tends to be around £85.
The train journey from Interlaken to Lugano covers a distance of 112 km and takes approximately 3h 21m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Interlaken to Lugano is 112 km.
The first train from Interlaken to Lugano leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Interlaken to Lugano departs at 23:50.
Trains from Interlaken to Lugano run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Interlaken to Lugano.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Interlaken to Lugano.
There is no night train service from Interlaken to Lugano.
The train station in Interlaken that goes to Lugano is Interlaken West, and it arrives at Lugano, Stazione.
Booking trains from Interlaken 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 Interlaken to Lugano is considered scenic, offering breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps, picturesque lakes, and charming villages along the way.
Yes, you can take the train from Interlaken to Lugano.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Interlaken and Lugano

Most Interlaken to Lugano trains use the Interlaken West to Lugano, Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Interlaken and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Interlaken
Arrival train stations in Lugano

Which Interlaken station do trains to Lugano leave from?

Trains from Interlaken to Lugano leave from Interlaken West. The station is 1 km from Interlaken city centre at Bahnhofstrasse, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland.
Interlaken WestBahnhofstrasse, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland+41 33 828 70 00WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Interlaken West from Interlaken city centre

Interlaken West is 1 km from Interlaken city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus108, 102, 60 · 5m · £2 · every ~6 min

Interlaken West train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Taverne, Restaurant Bären

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Interlaken West. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Interlaken West. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Interlaken West: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Interlaken West: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken West: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Hotel Krebs Interlaken, Hotel Bellevue.

Interlaken OstInterlaken Ost, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland+41 51 225 78 00WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Interlaken Ost from Interlaken city centre

TrainIce, Ic61, Ic81 · 5m · £3 · every ~3 min
Bus21 · 6m · £2 · every ~3 min
M42 · 6m · £2

Interlaken Ost train station facilities and services

Interlaken Ost 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 Taverne, Restaurant Des Alpes

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Interlaken Ost. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Interlaken Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Interlaken Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Interlaken Ost: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Interlaken Ost: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Interlaken, Lindner Grand Hotel Beau Rivage, Hotel Du Nord.

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