The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Geneva
Cheapest price
£91
Average price
£98
Fastest journey
4 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
217 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Geneva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Geneva will cost around £98 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £91.
To travel from Lugano to Geneva you need to make at least one change.
IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520
B 4 4065 | 4065 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520
IC 21 672 | 672 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
B 4 4065 | 4065 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 1 720 | 720
IC 21 672 | 672 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820
IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822
IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 1818
IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520
B 4 4065 | 4065 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lugano to Geneva
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Geneva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a flight costs an average of £45.
Distance: 217 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£108 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £191 Average Price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Lugano to Geneva train times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Geneva trains for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
B 4 4049 | 4049 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 | 07:47 Lugano | 5h08 | 12:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
B 4 4049 | 4049 · IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 07:47 Lugano | 5h42 | 13:29 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 1 716 | 716 | 08:02 Lugano, Stazione | 5h27 | 13:29 Geneva station | 1 change | |
IC 2 870 | 870 · IC 5 518 | 518 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 | 08:02 Lugano, Stazione | 4h53 | 12:55 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
B 4 4065 | 4065 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 08:47 Lugano | 5h08 | 13:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
B 4 4065 | 4065 · IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 08:47 Lugano | 5h18 | 14:05 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 672 | 672 · IC 5 520 | 520 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 | 09:02 Lugano, Stazione | 4h53 | 13:55 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 15 2520 | 2520 | 09:02 Lugano, Stazione | 5h03 | 14:05 Geneva station | 1 change | |
B 4 4081 | 4081 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 09:47 Lugano | 5h38 | 15:25 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
B 4 4081 | 4081 · IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 09:47 Lugano | 5h08 | 14:55 Geneva station | 3 changes | |
IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 5 522 | 522 · IR 90 1822 | 1822 | 10:02 Lugano, Stazione | 4h53 | 14:55 Geneva station | 2 changes | |
IC 2 874 | 874 · IC 1 720 | 720 | 10:02 Lugano, Stazione | 5h23 | 15:25 Geneva station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Geneva
Trains from Lugano to Geneva run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 217 km distance in 4h 52m.
Distance 217 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 4h 52m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:38 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lugano to Geneva trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Geneva from £40. 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 Geneva train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Geneva 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 Geneva, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lugano and Geneva
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with access from Route de Chêne.
- Restaurant Le Jardin
- Café des Bains
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Diplomate
- Hotel Century
- Hotel Sagitta
- Located in the main hall
- 56 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to France and regional destinations
- Tram: Line 12, Line 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:30 AM - 8:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de Montbrillant.
- Le Bistrot de Charlotte
- Les Brasseurs
- La Matze Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Warwick Geneva
- Hotel Cornavin
- ibis Styles Genève Gare
- Cost CHF 10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 532 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to France, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 14, Line 15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and international connections
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Route de l'Aéroport.
- Le Chef Genève Aéroport
- Montreux Jazz Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Novotel Suites Geneva
- ibis Geneva Airport Hotel
- Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Geneva
- Located in the main hall
- 190 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Geneva city center and other Swiss destinations
- Train: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) connections to Geneva city center and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 15
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