Help Center
- virail Österreich
- virail Belgium (DE)
- virail Belgium (FR)
- virail Belgium (NL)
- virail България
- virail en Català
- virail Deutschland
- virail España
- virail France
- virail Magyarország
- virail India (HI)
- virail India (EN)
- virail Italia
- virail Polsce
- virail Nederland
- virail Romania
- Вираил Россия
- virail United Kingdom
- virail USA
- virail Türkiye
- virail Brasil
- virail Portugal
- virail Argentina
- virail Schweiz (DE)
- virail Schweiz (IT)
- virail Schweiz (FR)
- virail 中国
- virail Canada (EN)
- virail Canada (FR)
- virail ประเทศไทย
- virail Việt Nam
- virail України (UA)
- virail України (RU)
- virail ヴィレイル・日本
- virail Ireland
- virail Danmark
- virail Hrvatska
- virail Česká republika
- virail Luxembourg (FR)
- virail Luxembourg (DE)
- virail Ελλάδα
- virail Singapore
- virail Colombia
- virail Australia
- virail Mexico
- virail Chile
- virail New Zealand
- virail Malaysia
Lugano to Zurich Train
Find the cheapest ticket for your trip
Secure your ticket today and get the best deals!
Lugano to Zurich by train
The journey from Lugano to Zurich by train is 95.83 mi and takes 2 hrs 10 mins. There are 41 connections per day, with the first departure at 04:32 and the last at 22:02. It is possible to travel from Lugano to Zurich by train for as little as £31.87 or as much as £61.39. The best price for this journey is £31.87.
| Lowest Price | £31.87 |
| Journey Duration | 2 hrs 10 mins |
| Connection per Day | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 41 |
| Lowest Price | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen £31.87 |
| Highest Price | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen £61.39 |
| First Departure | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 04:32 |
| Last Departure | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 22:02 |
| Distance | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen 95.83 mi |
| Departure | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen Lugano |
| Arrival | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen Zurich |
| Carriers | Schweizerische Bundesbahnen Schweizerische Bundesbahnen |
Lugano to Zurich Train Times
Quick and easy travel from Lugano to Zurich with Virail
Virail's search tool will provide you with the options you need when you want to go from Lugano to Zurich. All you need to do is enter the dates of your planned journey, and let us take care of everything else. Our engine does the hard work, searching through thousands of routes offered by our trusted travel partners to show you options for traveling by train, bus, plane, or carpool. You can filter the results to suit your needs. There are a number of filtering options, including price, one-way or round trip, departure or arrival time, duration of journey, or number of connections. Soon you'll find the best choice for your journey. When you're ready, Virail will transfer you to the provider's website to complete the booking. No matter where you're going, get there with Virail.
How can I get the cheapest train tickets to travel from Lugano to Zurich?
The cheapest train tickets from Lugano to Zurich cost £31.87. On average, you can expect to spend around £47.43 for your train ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper train tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Lugano to Zurich.
Unfortunately, no price was found for your trip from Lugano to Zurich. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find price results.
Prices will vary when you travel from Lugano to Zurich. On average, though, you'll pay about £47.43 for a train ticket. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper train tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest train tickets.
How much time will it take to go from Lugano to Zurich by train?
The average journey time is 2 hrs 10 mins. This is how long it takes to cross the 95.83 mi from Lugano to Zurich. When planning your journey, remember that delays are a possibility. Some unplanned events could cause your journey from Lugano to Zurich to take longer than 2 hrs 10 mins. The journey from Lugano to Zurich covers a distance of 95.83 mi. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 2 hrs 10 mins. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 1 hr 53 mins. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Lugano to Zurich faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.
Which stations can I use to travel from Lugano to Zurich?
You can depart from Lugano at stations such as Pazzallo, Senago Bassa,Lugano, Stazione,Albonago, Sentiero Cavan,Lugano Centrale (lago),Lugano, Universita. At the end of the journey, you will be able to arrive in Zurich at the following stations: Zürich Enge, Bahnhof,Zürich Stadelhofen, Bahnhof,Zürich HB SZU,Zurich Oerlikon,Zurich Altstetten. Some of these stations may only be served by particular travel providers. Because of this, there may not be a direct connection between all the stations in Lugano and Zurich. Plan your journey carefully, as it may be necessary to make another connection before departure or after arrival.
How many journeys from Lugano to Zurich take place each day?
The route from Lugano to Zurich is served by providers including . From this list of transport providers, there are up to departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Lugano 41 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Lugano to Zurich, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 24 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 17 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors. Unfortunately, no connection was found for your trip from Lugano to Zurich. Selecting a new departure or arrival city, without dramatically changing your itinerary could help you find connections.
Compare prices and tickets from Lugano to Zurich
Book in advance and save
If you're looking for the best deal for your trip from Lugano to Zurich, booking train tickets in advance is a great way to save money, but keep in mind that advance tickets are usually not available until 3 months before your travel date.
Stay flexible with your travel time and explore off-peak journeys
Planning your trips around off-peak travel times not only means that you'll be able to avoid the crowds, but can also end up saving you money. Being flexible with your schedule and considering alternative routes or times will significantly impact the amount of money you spend on getting from Lugano to Zurich.
Always check special offers
Checking on the latest deals can help save a lot of money, making it worth taking the time to browse and compare prices. So make sure you get the best deal on your ticket and take advantage of special fares for children, youth and seniors as well as discounts for groups.
Unlock the potential of slower trains or connecting trains
If you're planning a trip with some flexible time, why not opt for the scenic route? Taking slower trains or connecting trains that make more stops may save you money on your ticket – definitely worth considering if it fits in your schedule.
Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average
Price as departure date approaches
Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £0.32 to £39.00 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 99% on your trip!
Best time to book cheap train tickets from Lugano to Zurich
The cheapest Lugano - Zurich train tickets can be found for as low as £28.85 if you’re lucky, or £34.66 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £41.00.
Find the best day to travel to Zurich by train
When travelling to Zurich by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Lugano to Zurich CO2 Emissions by Train
Anything we can improve?