The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Lugano
Cheapest price
€17
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
19 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
22 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bellinzona to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bellinzona to Lugano will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bellinzona for Lugano on Sat, Mar 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 19 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bellinzona to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bellinzona to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€16 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
47m Average total duration Fastest 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bellinzona to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:46 AM Bellinzona | 0h19 | 8:05 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Lugano
Trains from Bellinzona to Lugano run on average 20 times per day, taking around 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 14m.
Distance 22 km |
Average train duration 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bellinzona to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bellinzona and Lugano from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Bellinzona to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bellinzona 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
Popular train stations from Bellinzona to Lugano
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Viale Stazione.
- Ristorante Casa del Popolo
- Ristorante Locanda Orico
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona
- Hotel & SPA Internazionale
- Hotel Unione
- Located in the main hall
- 300 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for trains to regional and international destinations
- Train: SBB InterCity, RegioExpress
- Bus: Several lines available
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