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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Altdorf
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£55
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£55
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
48 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
48 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Altdorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Altdorf will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Lugano to Altdorf, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 48 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.
11:020h48Lugano11:50Altdorf£551One-way0 changes
- 11:020h48Lugano11:50Altdorf£551One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Lugano to Altdorf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Altdorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £50, while a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 100 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£50 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 34m sooner (1h 10m by train vs 1h 44m by car). Tickets start at around £50 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SBB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lugano to Altdorf train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Altdorf trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:02 Lugano | 0h48 | 9:50 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:02 Lugano | 0h48 | 11:50 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:02 Lugano | 0h48 | 12:50 Altdorf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Altdorf
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Trains from Lugano to Altdorf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 48m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 48m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SBB from Lugano to Altdorf trainsSBB trains will get you between Lugano and Altdorf from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lugano to Altdorf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Altdorf 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 Altdorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Altdorf
Most Lugano to Altdorf trains use the Lugano, Stazione to Altdorf station pair. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Altdorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lugano station do trains to Altdorf leave from?
Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre
Lugano, Stazione train station facilities and services
Lugano, Stazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano, Stazione.
Which Altdorf station do trains from Lugano arrive at?
Getting to Altdorf from Altdorf city centre
Altdorf is 1 km from Altdorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Altdorf train station facilities and services
Altdorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tell, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Altdorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Altdorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Altdorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Altdorf: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Altdorf: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Höfli, Hotel Goldener Schlüssel.
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