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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.
Cheapest price on 06 Oct
£44
Average ticket price on 06 Oct
£61
Fastest journey on 06 Oct
1 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 06 Oct
1 h 53 m
Trains on 06 Oct
96
Distance
155 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Lugano will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
On Tue 06 Oct, we found 96 trains from Zurich to Lugano, including 22 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 53 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.
IR 46 2441 | 2441 · IC 21 691 | 691
IR 46 2409 | 2409 · IC 21 659 | 659
IR 46 2437 | 2437 · IC 21 687 | 687
IC 2 885 | 885
IR 46 2433 | 2433 · IC 21 683 | 683
IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671
IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675
IC 2 873 | 873
IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667
IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663Trains from Zurich to Lugano run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 23:05 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Lugano trains for today, Monday 5 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2 1479 | 1479 | 16:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 18:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18563 | 18563 · IC 2 881 | 881 | 16:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 6 18663 | 18663 · IC 2 881 | 881 | 16:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
IC 2 881 | 881 | 17:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 18:58 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18565 | 18565 · EC 25 | 25 | 17:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 19:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18919 | 18919 · IR 46 2409 | 2409 · IC 21 659 | 659 | 5:46 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 7:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
S 5 18519 | 18519 · IR 46 2409 | 2409 · IC 21 659 | 659 | 5:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 7:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2409 | 2409 · IC 21 659 | 659 | 6:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 7:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18921 | 18921 · EC 11 | 11 | 6:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 8:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18521 | 18521 · EC 11 | 11 | 6:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 8:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 11 | 11 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 8:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18523 | 18523 · IC 2 861 | 861 | 6:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 8:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 6 18623 | 18623 · IC 2 861 | 861 | 6:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 8:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
IC 2 861 | 861 | 7:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 8:58 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18525 | 18525 · EC 13 | 13 | 7:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 9:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18925 | 18925 · EC 13 | 13 | 7:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 9:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 13 | 13 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 9:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18527 | 18527 · IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663 | 7:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 9:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
S 6 18627 | 18627 · IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663 | 7:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 9:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2413 | 2413 · IC 21 663 | 663 | 8:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 9:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18529 | 18529 · EC 31 | 31 | 8:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 10:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18929 | 18929 · EC 31 | 31 | 8:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 10:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 31 | 31 | 8:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 10:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18531 | 18531 · IC 2 865 | 865 | 8:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 10:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 6 18631 | 18631 · IC 2 865 | 865 | 8:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 10:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
IC 2 865 | 865 | 9:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 10:58 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18933 | 18933 · EC 15 | 15 | 9:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 11:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18533 | 18533 · EC 15 | 15 | 9:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 11:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 15 | 15 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 11:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18535 | 18535 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 11:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
S 6 18635 | 18635 · IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 9:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 11:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2417 | 2417 · IC 21 667 | 667 | 10:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 11:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18537 | 18537 · EC 33 | 33 | 10:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 12:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18937 | 18937 · EC 33 | 33 | 10:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 12:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 33 | 33 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 12:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18539 | 18539 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 10:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 12:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 6 18639 | 18639 · IC 2 869 | 869 | 10:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 12:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
IC 2 869 | 869 | 11:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 12:58 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18941 | 18941 · EC 19 | 19 | 11:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 13:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18541 | 18541 · EC 19 | 19 | 11:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 13:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 19 | 19 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 13:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18543 | 18543 · IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 11:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 13:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
S 6 18643 | 18643 · IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 11:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 13:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2421 | 2421 · IC 21 671 | 671 | 12:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 13:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18545 | 18545 · EC 151 | 151 | 12:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 14:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18945 | 18945 · EC 151 | 151 | 12:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 14:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 151 | 151 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 14:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18547 | 18547 · IC 2 873 | 873 | 12:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 14:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 6 18647 | 18647 · IC 2 873 | 873 | 12:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 14:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
IC 2 873 | 873 | 13:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 14:58 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 9 18949 | 18949 · EC 21 | 21 | 13:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 15:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18549 | 18549 · EC 21 | 21 | 13:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 15:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 21 | 21 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 15:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18551 | 18551 · IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 | 13:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 15:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
S 6 18651 | 18651 · IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 | 13:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 15:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2425 | 2425 · IC 21 675 | 675 | 14:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 15:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18553 | 18553 · EC 37 | 37 | 14:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 16:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18953 | 18953 · EC 37 | 37 | 14:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 16:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 37 | 37 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 16:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18555 | 18555 · IC 2 877 | 877 | 14:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 6 18655 | 18655 · IC 2 877 | 877 | 14:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
IC 2 877 | 877 | 15:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 16:58 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18557 | 18557 · EC 23 | 23 | 15:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 17:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18957 | 18957 · EC 23 | 23 | 15:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 17:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
EC 23 | 23 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 1h55 | 17:28 Lugano, Stazione | 0 changesdirect | |
S 5 18559 | 18559 · IR 46 2429 | 2429 · EC 173 | 173 | 15:46 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 17:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
S 6 18659 | 18659 · IR 46 2429 | 2429 · EC 173 | 173 | 15:51 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h07 | 17:58 Lugano, Stazione | 2 changes | |
IR 46 2429 | 2429 · EC 173 | 173 | 16:05 Zurich HB | 1h53 | 17:58 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 5 18561 | 18561 · IC 2 1479 | 1479 | 16:16 Zurich Altstetten | 2h12 | 18:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
S 9 18961 | 18961 · IC 2 1479 | 1479 | 16:16 Zürich Oerlikon | 2h12 | 18:28 Lugano, Stazione | 1 change | |
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Discover the best of Lugano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lugano trip today.
Lugano’s flagship art museum presents modern and contemporary exhibitions in a lakeside cultural centre. A top stop for architecture, art and temporary shows.
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.
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.
Elegant central square facing the lake, lined with historic buildings and arcades. It is the classic meeting point for views, walks and city atmosphere.
Large lakeside park with mature trees, lawns, sculptures and open views. Ideal for a relaxed stroll close to museums, the waterfront and the city centre.
The main promenade along Lake Lugano, popular for walking, photographs and easy access to cultural sites. A simple way to enjoy the city’s lakeside setting.
Creamy polenta from maize meal, a staple in Ticino often served with braised meats or cheese. It reflects the region’s Alpine-Italian food heritage.
Slow-cooked beef braise in red wine, traditionally served with polenta. It is a classic celebratory dish in Ticino and northern Italian-influenced homes.
Air-dried raw salami from Ticino pork, seasoned and cured. It is a traditional local charcuterie eaten as an antipasto or with bread and wine.
Elegant dining room in central Lugano offering refined Italian cuisine, seafood and tasting menus in a formal atmosphere.
Historic grotto-style venue known for Ticinese classics, local wines and a relaxed traditional atmosphere near the centre.
Well-known lakeside restaurant serving fish, pasta and regional dishes with scenic views and a polished but approachable setting.
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.
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.
Official public transport app
Lugano Stazione -> Piazza della Riforma, Lugano
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.

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.
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.

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.
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.

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.
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.

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.
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.

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

Most Zurich to Lugano trains use the Zürich HB to Lugano, Stazione station pair. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Oerlikon 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 options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.
Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich Altstetten 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 options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich Altstetten. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.
Lugano, Stazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano, Stazione.
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