The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Lugano
Cheapest price
£147
Average price
£190
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 42 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
589 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Lugano will cost around £190 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £147.
To travel from Paris to Lugano you need to make at least 2 changes.
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IC 21 687 | 68711:1810h40Paris Gare de Lyon21:58Lugano, Stazione£1471One-way2 changes
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IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 88511:189h40Paris Gare de Lyon20:58Lugano, Stazione£1481One-way3 changes
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IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 88111:187h40Paris Gare de Lyon18:58Lugano, Stazione£1491One-way3 changes
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IC 21 687 | 68713:528h06Paris Gare de l'Est21:58Lugano, Stazione£1641One-way2 changes
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IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 88513:527h06Paris Gare de l'Est20:58Lugano, Stazione£1641One-way3 changes
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IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 88112:226h36Paris Gare de Lyon18:58Lugano, Stazione£1911One-way2 changes
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IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 87710:226h36Paris Gare de Lyon16:58Lugano, Stazione£1941One-way2 changes
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IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 88916:226h36Paris Gare de Lyon22:58Lugano, Stazione£1971One-way2 changes
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IC 21 687 | 68715:216h37Paris Gare de l'Est21:58Lugano, Stazione£2141One-way2 changes
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IR 26 2339 | 233915:557h03Paris Gare de l'Est22:58Lugano, Stazione£1801One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £244.
Distance: 589 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£253 Average Price | £68 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Lugano trains for today, Tuesday 7 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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12127+ 96233 · 96139+ IR 26 2339 | 2339 | On time 13:55 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h03 | 20:58 Lugano, Stazione | 4 changes | |
9219+ IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 889 | On time 14:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h36 | 20:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
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2365+ 96219+ EC 173 | 173 | On time 7:25 Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h33 | 15:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
2365+ 96219+ IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 | On time 7:25 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h33 | 14:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
2365+ 96219+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 7:25 Paris Gare de l'Est | 12h33 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9211+ IR 26 2327 | 2327 · IC 2 877 | 877 | On time 8:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h36 | 14:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9211+ EC 173 | 173 | On time 8:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h36 | 15:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
9211+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 8:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 11h36 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
9573+ 96277+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 8:53 Paris Gare de l'Est | 11h05 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9573+ 96277+ EC 173 | 173 | On time 8:53 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h05 | 15:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9573+ 96277+ IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 | On time 8:53 Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h05 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
9591+ 96253 · 96123+ IR 26 2331 | 2331 | On time 9:07 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h51 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 4 changes | |
9591+ 96253 · 96123+ IR 26 2335 | 2335 | On time 9:07 Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h51 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 4 changes | |
9591+ 96253 · 96123+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 9:07 Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h51 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
6705+ 96221+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 9:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 10h40 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
6705+ 96221+ IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 | On time 9:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h40 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
6705+ 96221+ IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 885 | On time 9:18 Paris Gare de Lyon | 9h40 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
9213+ IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 885 | On time 10:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h36 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9213+ IR 26 2331 | 2331 · IC 2 881 | 881 | On time 10:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 6h36 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9213+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 10:22 Paris Gare de Lyon | 9h36 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
2421+ 96223+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 10:46 Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h12 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
2421+ 96223+ IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 889 | On time 10:46 Paris Gare de l'Est | 10h12 | 20:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
2421+ 96223+ IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 885 | On time 10:46 Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h12 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
2369+ 96225+ IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 889 | On time 11:52 Paris Gare de l'Est | 9h06 | 20:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
2369+ 96225+ IR 26 2335 | 2335 · IC 2 885 | 885 | On time 11:52 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h06 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
2369+ 96225+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 11:52 Paris Gare de l'Est | 8h06 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9215+ IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 889 | On time 12:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 8h06 | 20:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9215+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 12:52 Paris Gare de Lyon | 7h06 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
9563+ 96231+ IC 21 687 | 687 | On time 13:21 Paris Gare de l'Est | 6h37 | 19:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
9563+ 96231+ IR 26 2339 | 2339 · IC 2 889 | 889 | On time 13:21 Paris Gare de l'Est | 7h37 | 20:58 Lugano, Stazione | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Lugano
Trains from Paris to Lugano run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £244 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 19:07. The fastest train covers the 589 km distance in 8h 51m.
Distance 589 km |
Average train duration 6h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £244 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 51m |
First train 4:32 |
Last train 19:07 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV Lyria, SBB, TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF from Paris to Lugano trainsSNCF | TGV Lyria, SBB, TGV INOUI, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Lugano from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
SNCF
FAQs: Paris to Lugano train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Lugano
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via Basilea.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 640 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Italy and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Lugano Città–Stazione funicular
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