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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Chiasso
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Sept
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
30 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
30 m
Trains on 06 Sept
2
Distance
20 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Chiasso is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Chiasso will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 2 trains from Lugano to Chiasso, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 20 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 30 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.
6:360h30Lugano7:06Chiasso£121One-way0 changes- 7:360h30Lugano8:06Chiasso£121One-way0 changes
- 7:360h30Lugano8:06Chiasso£121One-way0 changes
- 6:360h30Lugano7:06Chiasso£121One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lugano to Chiasso
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Chiasso among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 20 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Lugano to Chiasso is a coach with an average price of £3.
This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Chiasso:
A coach is £9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Chiasso costing on average £11.
The fastest way to travel from Lugano to Chiasso is by train with an average journey time of 26m.
Other travel options to Chiasso take longer:
Coach takes on average 37m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lugano and Chiasso including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £33. The journey takes 26m versus 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Lugano to Chiasso train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Chiasso trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S 10 25761 | 25761 | 8:06 Lugano, Stazione | 0h34 | 8:40 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1050 | 1050 · RE 80 25813 | 25813 | 8:13 Lugano | 0h36 | 8:49 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| B 4 4043 | 4043 · EC 11 | 11 | 8:17 Lugano | 0h38 | 8:55 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| RE 80 25813 | 25813 | 8:25 Lugano, Stazione | 0h24 | 8:49 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1056 | 1056 · S 10 25113 | 25113 | 8:28 Lugano | 0h38 | 9:06 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| EC 11 | 11 | 8:30 Lugano, Stazione | 0h25 | 8:55 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 10 25113 | 25113 | 8:36 Lugano, Stazione | 0h30 | 9:06 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1070 | 1070 · RE 80 25513 | 25513 | 8:57 Lugano | 0h29 | 9:26 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| RE 80 25513 | 25513 | 9:02 Lugano, Stazione | 0h24 | 9:26 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1076 | 1076 · RE 80 25815 | 25815 | 9:12 Lugano | 0h37 | 9:49 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| S 10 25769 | 25769 | 12:06 Lugano, Stazione | 0h34 | 12:40 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1134 | 1134 · RE 80 25821 | 25821 | 12:12 Lugano | 0h37 | 12:49 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| B 4 4107 | 4107 · EC 153 | 153 | 12:17 Lugano | 0h38 | 12:55 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| RE 80 25821 | 25821 | 12:25 Lugano, Stazione | 0h24 | 12:49 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1140 | 1140 · S 10 25121 | 25121 | 12:27 Lugano | 0h39 | 13:06 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| EC 153 | 153 | 12:30 Lugano, Stazione | 0h25 | 12:55 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 10 25121 | 25121 | 12:36 Lugano, Stazione | 0h30 | 13:06 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1150 | 1150 · RE 80 25521 | 25521 | 12:57 Lugano | 0h29 | 13:26 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| RE 80 25521 | 25521 | 13:02 Lugano, Stazione | 0h24 | 13:26 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1156 | 1156 · RE 80 25823 | 25823 | 13:12 Lugano | 0h37 | 13:49 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| RE 80 25823 | 25823 | 13:25 Lugano, Stazione | 0h24 | 13:49 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1162 | 1162 · S 10 25123 | 25123 | 13:27 Lugano | 0h39 | 14:06 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| EC 19 | 19 | 13:30 Lugano, Stazione | 0h25 | 13:55 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 10 25123 | 25123 | 13:36 Lugano, Stazione | 0h30 | 14:06 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1172 | 1172 · RE 80 25523 | 25523 | 13:57 Lugano | 0h29 | 14:26 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| RE 80 25523 | 25523 | 14:02 Lugano, Stazione | 0h24 | 14:26 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S 10 25773 | 25773 | 14:06 Lugano, Stazione | 0h34 | 14:40 Chiasso station | 0 changesdirect | |
| B 1 1176 | 1176 · RE 80 25825 | 25825 | 14:12 Lugano | 0h37 | 14:49 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| B 4 4137 | 4137 · EC 151 | 151 | 14:17 Lugano | 0h38 | 14:55 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
| B 1 1182 | 1182 · S 10 25125 | 25125 | 14:27 Lugano | 0h39 | 15:06 Chiasso station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Chiasso
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
Trains from Lugano to Chiasso run on average 19 times per day, taking around 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 20 km distance in 30m.
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 £3
Distance 20 km |
Average train duration 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £3
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord from Lugano to Chiasso trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord trains will get you between Lugano and Chiasso from £3. 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
30m
Cheapest SBB Price
£11
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
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration
24m
Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price
£23
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency
20 a day
Trenord
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Trenord Duration
34m
Cheapest Trenord Price
£3
Trenord frequency
4 a day
Complete guide to Chiasso
Things to do in Chiasso
Discover the best of Chiasso — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chiasso trip today.
- Recommended
Spazio Officina
Public gallery in Villa Ciani presenting temporary art exhibitions and cultural events in an elegant historic setting.
- Recommended
Museo dei fossili del Monte San Giorgio
Nearby science and fossil museum in Meride with well-presented regional geology displays, suitable for families and curious visitors.
- Recommended
Piazza Indipendenza
Main civic square in Chiasso, used for events and everyday life, with shops, seating and an easy town-centre atmosphere.
- Recommended
Corso San Gottardo
Central street useful for a stroll through shops and local services, giving a practical feel for daily life in the border town.
- Recommended
Pedrinate
Hillside district above Chiasso, appreciated for its traditional village feel and broader views towards the surrounding region.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Polenta
Polenta from maize meal, often served with braised meat or cheese. A staple across Ticino and especially traditional in homes and grotto-style eateries.
- Gluten-free
Brasato al Merlot
Slow-cooked beef in red wine with herbs and vegetables, commonly paired with polenta. It reflects the hearty Lombard and Ticinese border cuisine.
- Gluten-free
Risotto al Merlot
Risotto cooked with local Merlot wine, giving a rich, rounded flavour. It is a classic in Ticino, where Merlot is the region’s signature wine.
Ristorante Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Ticinese and Italian dishes, with a welcoming atmosphere suited to a full local meal.
Mövenpick Albergo Touring
Historic café and restaurant in central Chiasso known for pastries, coffee and classic Ticinese dishes in a polished but relaxed setting.
Ristorante Mövenpick Hotel Concierge
Elegant hotel restaurant with refined regional and Italian cooking, suitable for a quieter dinner near the centre of Chiasso.
Swiss franc (CHF, Fr.)
Chiasso is costly for travellers; hotels, restaurant meals and Swiss transport usually cost more than in nearby Italian border towns.
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 70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- CHF 3.50-5 for a cappuccino or espresso.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up small bills in cafés, leave 5-10% only for excellent restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
FAQs: Lugano to Chiasso train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Chiasso 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 Chiasso, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Lugano to Chiasso can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The train journey from Lugano to Chiasso covers a distance of 20 km and takes approximately 30m. Trains run 19 per day.
The train distance from Lugano to Chiasso is 20 km.
The first train from Lugano to Chiasso leaves at 0:06.
The last train from Lugano to Chiasso departs at 23:58.
Trains from Lugano to Chiasso run approximately 19 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lugano to Chiasso.
Yes, there is a direct train between Lugano and Chiasso. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Trenord.
To get from Lugano to Chiasso, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Lugano to Chiasso.
The train station in Lugano that goes to Chiasso is Lugano, Stazione, and it arrives at Chiasso station.
The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Chiasso is by coach, costing approximately £3.
Booking trains from Lugano to Chiasso 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 Lugano to Chiasso is considered scenic, offering picturesque views of the Swiss landscape, including the stunning Lake Lugano, charming villages, and the surrounding mountains.
Yes, a day trip from Lugano to Chiasso is feasible. The journey takes 30m, covering a distance of 20 km, with trains running 12 times per day.
A visit to Chiasso, a small town known for its cultural venues and proximity to scenic areas, can typically be enjoyed in one to two days, allowing you to explore local attractions and nearby regions.
Yes, you can take the train from Lugano to Chiasso.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Chiasso
Most Lugano to Chiasso trains use the Lugano, Stazione to Chiasso station pair, with some services arriving at Chiasso, Via Motta. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Chiasso train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Lugano
Arrival train stations in Chiasso
Which Lugano station do trains to Chiasso leave from?
Trains from Lugano to Chiasso leave from Lugano, Stazione. The station is from Lugano city centre at 6900 Lugano, Switzerland.
Lugano, Stazione6900 Lugano, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre
Bus6 · 7m · £3 · every ~10 min
6 · 10m · £3 · every ~10 min
461 · 12m · £5 · every ~5 min
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.
Lugano-Paradiso6900 Paradiso, Switzerland
City-centre transport
Getting to Lugano-Paradiso from Lugano city centre
Lugano-Paradiso is 1 km from Lugano city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainS10, S, Re80, Re84, S90 · 3m · £2 · every ~11 min
Bus1, 2 · 8m · £3 · every ~19 min
434 · 10m · £2 · every ~3 min
2 · 23m · £3 · every ~9 min
Lugano-Paradiso train station facilities and services
Lugano-Paradiso has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lugano-Paradiso.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lugano-Paradiso.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano-Paradiso: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano-Paradiso: Bike Rental.
Which Chiasso station do trains from Lugano arrive at?
Trains from Lugano to Chiasso most often arrive at Chiasso. Some services arrive at Chiasso, Via Motta, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Chiasso arrival station.
ChiassoPiazza Indipendenza, 6830 Chiasso, Switzerland+41 91 695 11 11
City-centre transport
Getting to Chiasso from Chiasso city centre
Bus517 · 7m · £2 · every ~2 min
Chiasso train station facilities and services
Chiasso has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Carlino, Osteria Grotto del Cavaliere
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chiasso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Chiasso. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chiasso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chiasso: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiasso.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mövenpick Touring, Hotel Bahnhof, Hotel Garni Centro.
Chiasso, Via Motta6830 Chiasso, Switzerland
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