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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bellinzona to Lugano
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
14 m
Average duration
22 m
Trains per day
4
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 €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bellinzona for Lugano on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 22 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 35 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 bus and train 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 prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. 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 bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 22 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€15 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 7m Average total duration 37m 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 today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:19 AM Bellinzona | 0h35 | 6:54 AM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:49 PM Bellinzona | 0h35 | 8:24 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bellinzona to Lugano
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Trains from Bellinzona to Lugano run on average 17 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 12 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 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Bellinzona to Lugano trainsSBB, Swiss 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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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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Bellinzona, which is located around 0.6 miles (961 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lugano, located 0.2 miles (355 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bellinzona to Lugano
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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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WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center
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