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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Lugano

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18

Cheapest price on Sep 18

€15

Average ticket price on Sep 18

€15

Fastest journey on Sep 18

14 m

Average journey duration on Sep 18

14 m

Trains on Sep 18

Distance

22 km

Cheap tickets

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 €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.

Fast trains

On Fri, Sep 18, we found 72 trains from Bellinzona to Lugano, including 24 direct services.

On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .

On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 14 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.

S 10 25763 | 25763
8:46 AM0h19
Bellinzona station
9:05 AMLugano, Stazione
€151One-way
0 transfers
S 10 25113 | 25113
8:16 AM0h19
Bellinzona station
8:35 AMLugano, Stazione
€151One-way
0 transfers
S 20 25631 | 25631 · RE 80 25513 | 25513 · B 4 4054 | 4054
8:19 AM0h48
Bellinzona station
9:07 AMLugano
€151One-way
2 transfers
EC 11 | 11
8:14 AM0h14
Bellinzona station
8:28 AMLugano, Stazione
€151One-way
0 transfers
S 20 25631 | 25631 · RE 80 25513 | 25513
8:19 AM0h35
Bellinzona station
8:54 AMLugano, Stazione
€151One-way
1 transfer

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 bus, with an average ticket price of €3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, while a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 22 km

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€16 Average price	€3 Average price Cheapest	€49 Average price (fuel + tolls)
46m Average total duration Fastest 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 0m Average total duration 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	31m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bellinzona to Lugano is a bus with an average price of €3.

This is compared to other travel options from Bellinzona to Lugano:

A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bellinzona to Lugano costing on average €16.

The fastest way to travel from Bellinzona to Lugano is by train with an average journey time of 16m.

Other travel options to Lugano take longer:

Bus takes on average 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bellinzona and Lugano including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Bellinzona to Lugano train times

The table below shows live departures for Bellinzona to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
S 90 25907 \| 25907	6:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h37	6:51 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25109 \| 25109 · B 4 4020 \| 4020	6:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	6:52 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25109 \| 25109	6:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	6:35 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 20 25623 \| 25623 · RE 80 25509 \| 25509 · B 4 4022 \| 4022	6:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	7:07 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 20 25623 \| 25623 · RE 80 25509 \| 25509	6:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	6:54 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 10 25759 \| 25759 · B 3 3033 \| 3033	6:41 AM Bellinzona station	0h29	7:10 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25759 \| 25759 · B 3 3033 \| 3033 · B 1 1020 \| 1020	6:41 AM Bellinzona station	0h32	7:13 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 10 25759 \| 25759	6:41 AM Bellinzona station	0h17	6:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 90 25959 \| 25959 · B 4 4030 \| 4030	6:47 AM Bellinzona station	0h50	7:37 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 90 25959 \| 25959	6:47 AM Bellinzona station	0h34	7:21 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 20 25625 \| 25625 · RE 80 25811 \| 25811 · B 4 4030 \| 4030	6:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	7:37 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 20 25625 \| 25625 · RE 80 25811 \| 25811	6:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	7:24 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 10 25111 \| 25111	7:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	7:35 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25111 \| 25111 · B 461 511 \| 511	7:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h28	7:44 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25627 \| 25627 · RE 80 25511 \| 25511	7:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	7:54 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 20 25627 \| 25627 · RE 80 25511 \| 25511 · B 4 4038 \| 4038	7:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	8:07 AM Lugano	2 transfers
IC 21 659 \| 659	7:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
IC 21 659 \| 659 · B 5 5047 \| 5047	7:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h29	8:13 AM Lugano	1 transfer
IC 21 659 \| 659 · B 5 5047 \| 5047 · B 4 4041 \| 4041	7:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h32	8:16 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 10 25761 \| 25761 · B 461 515 \| 515	7:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h28	8:14 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25761 \| 25761	7:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	8:05 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 20 25629 \| 25629 · RE 80 25813 \| 25813	7:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	8:24 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 20 25629 \| 25629 · RE 80 25813 \| 25813 · B 4 4046 \| 4046	7:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	8:37 AM Lugano	2 transfers
EC 11 \| 11	8:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	8:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
EC 11 \| 11 · B 5 5061 \| 5061 · B 4 4049 \| 4049	8:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h32	8:46 AM Lugano	2 transfers
EC 11 \| 11 · B 5 5061 \| 5061	8:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h29	8:43 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25113 \| 25113	8:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	8:35 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25113 \| 25113 · B 4 4050 \| 4050	8:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	8:52 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25631 \| 25631 · RE 80 25513 \| 25513 · B 4 4054 \| 4054	8:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	9:07 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 20 25631 \| 25631 · RE 80 25513 \| 25513	8:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	8:54 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
IC 2 861 \| 861	8:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 861 \| 861 · B 3 3095 \| 3095	8:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	9:10 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25763 \| 25763	8:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	9:05 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25763 \| 25763 · B 4 4060 \| 4060	8:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	9:22 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25633 \| 25633 · RE 80 25815 \| 25815 · B 4 4062 \| 4062	8:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	9:37 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 20 25633 \| 25633 · RE 80 25815 \| 25815	8:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	9:24 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
EC 13 \| 13	9:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	9:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
EC 13 \| 13 · B 3 3107 \| 3107	9:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	9:40 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25115 \| 25115	9:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	9:35 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25115 \| 25115 · B 4 4068 \| 4068	9:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	9:52 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25635 \| 25635 · RE 80 25515 \| 25515	9:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	9:54 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 20 25635 \| 25635 · RE 80 25515 \| 25515 · B 4 4070 \| 4070	9:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	10:07 AM Lugano	2 transfers
IC 21 663 \| 663	9:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
IC 21 663 \| 663 · B 3 3119 \| 3119	9:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	10:10 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25765 \| 25765	9:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	10:05 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25765 \| 25765 · B 4 4076 \| 4076	9:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	10:22 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25637 \| 25637 · RE 80 25817 \| 25817	9:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	10:24 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 20 25637 \| 25637 · RE 80 25817 \| 25817 · B 4 4078 \| 4078	9:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	10:37 AM Lugano	2 transfers
EC 31 \| 31	10:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	10:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
EC 31 \| 31 · B 3 3131 \| 3131	10:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	10:40 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25117 \| 25117	10:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	10:35 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25117 \| 25117 · B 4 4084 \| 4084	10:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	10:52 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25639 \| 25639 · RE 80 25517 \| 25517	10:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	10:54 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
S 20 25639 \| 25639 · RE 80 25517 \| 25517 · B 4 4086 \| 4086	10:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	11:07 AM Lugano	2 transfers
IC 2 865 \| 865	10:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 865 \| 865 · B 3 3143 \| 3143	10:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	11:10 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25767 \| 25767	10:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	11:05 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25767 \| 25767 · B 4 4092 \| 4092	10:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	11:22 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25641 \| 25641 · RE 80 25819 \| 25819 · B 4 4094 \| 4094	10:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	11:37 AM Lugano	2 transfers
S 20 25641 \| 25641 · RE 80 25819 \| 25819	10:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	11:24 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
EC 15 \| 15	11:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	11:28 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
EC 15 \| 15 · B 3 3155 \| 3155	11:14 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	11:40 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25119 \| 25119	11:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	11:35 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 10 25119 \| 25119 · B 4 4100 \| 4100	11:16 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	11:52 AM Lugano	1 transfer
S 20 25643 \| 25643 · RE 80 25519 \| 25519 · B 4 4102 \| 4102	11:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h48	12:07 PM Lugano	2 transfers
S 20 25643 \| 25643 · RE 80 25519 \| 25519	11:19 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	11:54 AM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
IC 21 667 \| 667	11:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h14	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
IC 21 667 \| 667 · B 3 3167 \| 3167	11:44 AM Bellinzona station	0h26	12:10 PM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25769 \| 25769 · B 4 4108 \| 4108	11:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h36	12:22 PM Lugano	1 transfer
S 10 25769 \| 25769	11:46 AM Bellinzona station	0h19	12:05 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
S 20 25645 \| 25645 · RE 80 25821 \| 25821	11:49 AM Bellinzona station	0h35	12:24 PM Lugano, Stazione	1 transfer
EC 153 \| 153	12:14 PM Bellinzona station	0h14	12:28 PM Lugano, Stazione	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Lugano

Switzerland

Trains from Bellinzona to Lugano run on average 21 times per day, taking around 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.

There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 22 km distance in 16m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €3

Distance

22 km

Average train duration

16m

Cheapest ticket price

€15

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

16m

First train

12:05 AM

Last train

11:55 PM

Cheapest Month

Oct

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Wed

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

1 day

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €3

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 €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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About

SBB is Switzerland’s national railway company, operating a wide range of train services including InterCity, InterRegio, RegioExpress, Regio, S-Bahn, and international InterCityExpress connections. InterCity trains reach speeds of up to 200 km/h for fast travel between major cities, while Regio trains provide slower, more frequent local services. Ticket options include Standard and First Class, as well as passes and discounts such as the Swiss Travel Pass, Half-Fare Card, and Super Saver tickets. Onboard amenities may feature Wi-Fi, power outlets, and restaurant cars. Popular routes include Zurich–Geneva, Basel–Bern, and Geneva–Lausanne.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average SBB Duration

16m

Cheapest SBB Price

€15

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket type conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant cars on long-distance trains, bistro service available. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservations optional in 2nd class for fee, included in 1st class tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require half-price ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Duration

14m

Cheapest Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) Price

€27

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

51 a day

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.

Cheap train tickets from Bellinzona to Lugano can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bellinzona to Lugano is €15; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bellinzona to Lugano is 14m to travel the 22 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Bellinzona to Lugano leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Bellinzona to Lugano leaves at 11:55 PM.

Yes,there are 9 direct trains a day from Bellinzona to Lugano with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Bellinzona to Lugano, you can count on SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) for the best way to get you to Lugano. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bellinzona and Lugano and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Lugano from Bellinzona is worth doing with a journey time of 14m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bellinzona to Lugano is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bellinzona and Lugano including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bellinzona to Lugano

Most Bellinzona to Lugano trains use the Bellinzona to Lugano, Stazione station pair, with some services arriving at Lugano-Paradiso. Use this guide to compare Bellinzona and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bellinzona

Arrival train stations in Lugano

Which Bellinzona station do trains to Lugano leave from?

Trains from Bellinzona to Lugano leave from Bellinzona. The station is 1 km from Bellinzona city centre at Viale Stazione 1, 6500 Bellinzona, Switzerland.

BellinzonaViale Stazione 1, 6500 Bellinzona, Switzerland+41 91 825 11 11 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bellinzona from Bellinzona city centre

Bus1, 3, 5 · 6m · €2 · every ~18 min

Bellinzona train station facilities and services

Bellinzona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Ristorante Casa del Popolo, Ristorante Locanda Orico

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bellinzona. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Bellinzona. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bellinzona: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bellinzona: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bellinzona: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Internazionale Bellinzona, Hotel & SPA Internazionale, Hotel Unione.

Most popular train connections from Bellinzona

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Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Lugano

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 €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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