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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Zurich

Showing times and prices for Aug 04

Cheapest price

€44

Average price

€64

Fastest journey

1 h 57 m

Average duration

1 h 57 m

Trains per day

Distance

155 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lugano to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lugano to Zurich will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.

Fast trains

Of the 77 trains that leave Lugano for Zurich on Tue, Aug 04, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 57 m .

On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 57 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.

IC 2 866 | 866
6:58 AM1h57
Lugano, Stazione
8:55 AMZurich HB
€441One-way
0 transfers
IC 2 890 | 890
6:58 PM1h57
Lugano, Stazione
8:55 PMZurich HB
€441One-way
0 transfers
IC 21 668 | 668 · S 2 21234 | 21234 · IR 75 2115 | 2115
7:58 AM2h27
Lugano, Stazione
10:25 AMZurich HB
€451One-way
2 transfers
IC 21 688 | 688 · S 2 21274 | 21274 · IR 75 2135 | 2135
5:58 PM2h27
Lugano, Stazione
8:25 PMZurich HB
€451One-way
2 transfers
IC 21 668 | 668 · IR 46 2414 | 2414
7:58 AM1h57
Lugano, Stazione
9:55 AMZurich HB
€451One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, flight, and bus for Lugano to Zurich

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €58.

Distance: 155 km

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Flight
€65 Average price	€22 Average price Cheapest	€206 Average price
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions	0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Lugano to Zurich train times

The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Zurich trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
S 10 25104 \| 25104 · IC 2 862 \| 862 · RE 48 4910 \| 4910	4:32 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h38	7:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
S 10 25104 \| 25104 · IC 2 862 \| 862 · S 5 18524 \| 18524	4:32 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h42	7:14 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
S 10 25104 \| 25104 · IC 2 862 \| 862	4:32 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h23	6:55 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 2 1462 \| 1462 · IC 1 707 \| 707	6:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	8:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 1462 \| 1462 · S 5 18530 \| 18530	6:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	8:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 1462 \| 1462	6:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	8:27 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 866 \| 866	6:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	8:55 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 866 \| 866 · RE 48 4914 \| 4914	6:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	9:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 866 \| 866 · S 5 18532 \| 18532	6:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	9:14 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 1466 \| 1466	7:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	9:27 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 1466 \| 1466 · S 5 18534 \| 18534	7:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	9:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 1466 \| 1466 · IC 1 709 \| 709	7:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	9:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 21 668 \| 668 · IR 46 2414 \| 2414 · S 5 18536 \| 18536	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	10:14 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 21 668 \| 668 · IR 46 2414 \| 2414 · RE 48 4916 \| 4916	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	10:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 668 \| 668 · S 2 21234 \| 21234 · IR 75 2115 \| 2115 · IC 1 711 \| 711	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h44	10:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 668 \| 668 · IR 46 2414 \| 2414	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	9:55 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 668 \| 668 · S 2 21234 \| 21234 · IR 75 2115 \| 2115 · S 5 18538 \| 18538	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	10:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 21 668 \| 668 · S 2 21234 \| 21234 · IR 75 2115 \| 2115	7:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	10:25 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
EC 10 \| 10 · IC 1 711 \| 711	8:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	10:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 10 \| 10	8:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	10:27 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 10 \| 10 · S 5 18538 \| 18538	8:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	10:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 870 \| 870 · RE 48 4918 \| 4918	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	11:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 870 \| 870 · S 5 18540 \| 18540	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	11:14 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 870 \| 870	8:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	10:55 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 12 \| 12 · IC 1 713 \| 713	9:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	11:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 12 \| 12	9:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	11:27 AM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 12 \| 12 · S 5 18542 \| 18542	9:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	11:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 21 672 \| 672 · IR 46 2418 \| 2418	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	11:55 AM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 672 \| 672 · S 2 21242 \| 21242 · IR 75 2575 \| 2575 · IC 1 715 \| 715	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h44	12:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 672 \| 672 · IR 46 2418 \| 2418 · S 5 18544 \| 18544	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	12:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 21 672 \| 672 · IR 46 2418 \| 2418 · RE 48 4920 \| 4920	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	12:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 672 \| 672 · S 2 21242 \| 21242 · IR 75 2575 \| 2575 · S 5 18546 \| 18546	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	12:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 21 672 \| 672 · S 2 21242 \| 21242 · IR 75 2575 \| 2575	9:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	12:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
EC 14 \| 14	10:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	12:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 14 \| 14 · S 5 18546 \| 18546	10:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	12:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 14 \| 14 · IC 1 715 \| 715	10:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	12:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 874 \| 874	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	12:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 874 \| 874 · RE 48 4922 \| 4922	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	1:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 874 \| 874 · S 5 18548 \| 18548	10:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	1:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 1474 \| 1474 · IC 1 717 \| 717	11:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	1:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 1474 \| 1474 · S 5 18550 \| 18550	11:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	1:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 1474 \| 1474	11:30 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	1:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 178 \| 178 · IR 46 2422 \| 2422	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	1:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
EC 178 \| 178 · IR 46 2422 \| 2422 · RE 48 4924 \| 4924	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	2:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
EC 178 \| 178 · IR 46 2422 \| 2422 · S 5 18552 \| 18552	11:58 AM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	2:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
EC 150 \| 150	12:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	2:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 150 \| 150 · IC 1 719 \| 719	12:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	2:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 150 \| 150 · S 5 18554 \| 18554	12:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	2:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 878 \| 878 · RE 48 4926 \| 4926	12:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	3:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 878 \| 878	12:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	2:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 878 \| 878 · S 5 18556 \| 18556	12:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	3:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 30 \| 30	1:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	3:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 30 \| 30 · IC 1 721 \| 721	1:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	3:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 30 \| 30 · S 5 18558 \| 18558	1:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	3:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 21 680 \| 680 · IR 46 2426 \| 2426 · S 5 18560 \| 18560	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	4:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 21 680 \| 680 · S 2 21258 \| 21258 · IR 75 2127 \| 2127 · IC 1 723 \| 723	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h44	4:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 680 \| 680 · IR 46 2426 \| 2426 · RE 48 4928 \| 4928	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	4:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 680 \| 680 · S 2 21258 \| 21258 · IR 75 2127 \| 2127	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	4:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IC 21 680 \| 680 · S 2 21258 \| 21258 · IR 75 2127 \| 2127 · S 5 18562 \| 18562	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	4:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 21 680 \| 680 · IR 46 2426 \| 2426	1:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	3:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
EC 16 \| 16 · S 5 18562 \| 18562	2:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	4:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 16 \| 16	2:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	4:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 16 \| 16 · IC 1 723 \| 723	2:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	4:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 882 \| 882	2:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	4:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 882 \| 882 · S 5 18564 \| 18564	2:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	5:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 882 \| 882 · RE 48 4930 \| 4930	2:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	5:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 152 \| 152 · S 5 18566 \| 18566	3:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	5:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 152 \| 152 · IC 1 725 \| 725	3:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	5:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 152 \| 152	3:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	5:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 21 684 \| 684 · IR 46 2430 \| 2430 · RE 48 4932 \| 4932	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	6:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 684 \| 684 · S 2 21266 \| 21266 · IR 75 2131 \| 2131	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	6:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IC 21 684 \| 684 · IR 46 2430 \| 2430	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	5:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 684 \| 684 · IR 46 2430 \| 2430 · S 5 18568 \| 18568	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	6:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 21 684 \| 684 · S 2 21266 \| 21266 · IR 75 2131 \| 2131 · IC 1 727 \| 727	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h44	6:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 684 \| 684 · S 2 21266 \| 21266 · IR 75 2131 \| 2131 · S 5 18570 \| 18570	3:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	6:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
EC 20 \| 20 · IC 1 727 \| 727	4:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	6:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 20 \| 20	4:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	6:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 20 \| 20 · S 5 18570 \| 18570	4:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	6:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 886 \| 886	4:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	6:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 886 \| 886 · RE 48 4934 \| 4934	4:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	7:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 886 \| 886 · S 5 18572 \| 18572	4:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	7:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 22 \| 22 · S 5 18574 \| 18574	5:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	7:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 22 \| 22	5:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	7:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 22 \| 22 · IC 1 729 \| 729	5:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	7:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 21 688 \| 688 · IR 46 2434 \| 2434	5:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	7:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 688 \| 688 · S 2 21274 \| 21274 · IR 75 2135 \| 2135 · S 5 18578 \| 18578	5:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	8:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · IR 46 2434 \| 2434 · S 5 18576 \| 18576	5:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	8:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · S 2 21274 \| 21274 · IR 75 2135 \| 2135 · IC 1 731 \| 731	5:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h44	8:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · S 2 21274 \| 21274 · IR 75 2135 \| 2135	5:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	8:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IC 21 688 \| 688 · IR 46 2434 \| 2434 · RE 48 4936 \| 4936	5:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	8:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
EC 24 \| 24 · S 5 18578 \| 18578	6:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	8:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 24 \| 24 · IC 1 731 \| 731	6:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	8:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 24 \| 24	6:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	8:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 890 \| 890	6:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	8:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 2 890 \| 890 · RE 48 4938 \| 4938	6:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	9:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 890 \| 890 · S 5 18580 \| 18580	6:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	9:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 36 \| 36 · IC 1 733 \| 733	7:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	9:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 36 \| 36 · S 5 18582 \| 18582	7:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	9:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 36 \| 36	7:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	9:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
IC 21 692 \| 692 · S 2 21282 \| 21282 · IR 75 2589 \| 2589 · IC 1 735 \| 735	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h44	10:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	3 transfers
IC 21 692 \| 692 · S 2 21282 \| 21282 · IR 75 2589 \| 2589	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	10:25 PM Zurich HB	2 transfers
IC 21 692 \| 692 · IR 46 2438 \| 2438 · RE 48 4940 \| 4940	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	10:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 692 \| 692 · S 2 21282 \| 21282 · IR 75 2589 \| 2589 · S 5 18586 \| 18586	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	10:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 21 692 \| 692 · IR 46 2438 \| 2438	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	9:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 692 \| 692 · IR 46 2438 \| 2438 · S 5 18584 \| 18584	7:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	10:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
EC 26 \| 26	8:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	10:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 26 \| 26 · IC 1 735 \| 735	8:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	10:42 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
EC 26 \| 26 · S 5 18586 \| 18586	8:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	10:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 894 \| 894 · S 5 18588 \| 18588	8:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	11:14 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
IC 2 894 \| 894 · RE 48 4942 \| 4942	8:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	11:10 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 2 894 \| 894	8:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	10:55 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 28 \| 28 · S 5 18590 \| 18590	9:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	11:44 PM Zurich Altstetten	1 transfer
EC 28 \| 28	9:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	11:27 PM Zurich HB	0 transfersDirect
EC 28 \| 28 · S 9 18990 \| 18990	9:30 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h14	11:44 PM Zürich Oerlikon	1 transfer
IC 21 696 \| 696 · IR 46 2442 \| 2442	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	1h57	11:55 PM Zurich HB	1 transfer
IC 21 696 \| 696 · IR 46 2442 \| 2442 · S 5 18592 \| 18592	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h16	12:14 AM Zurich Altstetten	2 transfers
IC 21 696 \| 696 · IR 46 2442 \| 2442 · RE 48 4944 \| 4944	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h12	12:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon	2 transfers
IC 21 696 \| 696 · S 2 21290 \| 21290 · IR 75 2593 \| 2593 · S 5 18594 \| 18594	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h46	12:44 AM Zurich Altstetten	3 transfers
IC 21 696 \| 696 · S 2 21290 \| 21290 · IR 75 2593 \| 2593	9:58 PM Lugano, Stazione	2h27	12:25 AM Zurich HB	2 transfers
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lugano to Zurich?

The best time to book your train from Lugano to Zurich is 42 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lugano to Zurich route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lugano to Zurich per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lugano to Zurich.

Trains

from €54

Flights

from €251

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lugano to Zurich

Switzerland

Trains from Lugano to Zurich run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.

There are 4 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 53m.

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 €13

Distance

155 km

Average train duration

2h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

€44

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 53m

First train

12:05 AM

Last train

11:05 PM

Cheapest Month

Apr

Cheapest Day

Sat

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Sat

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €13

Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lugano to Zurich trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Zurich from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

SBB

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 Duration

1h 53m

Cheapest Price

€44

SBB frequency

22 a day

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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Trenitalia EuroCity

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 53m

Trenitalia EuroCity frequency

1 a day

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

1h 53m

Cheapest Price

€100

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) frequency

16 a day

FAQs: Trains from Lugano to Zurich

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap train tickets from Lugano to Zurich can start from as little as €44 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lugano to Zurich is €65; 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 Lugano to Zurich is 1h 53m to travel the 155 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 Lugano to Zurich leaves at 12:05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Lugano to Zurich leaves at 11:05 PM.

Yes,there are 4 direct trains a day from Lugano to Zurich with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

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

A day trip to Zurich from Lugano is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 53m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Lugano to Zurich is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Lugano and Zurich including taking a train, flight, and bus.

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Popular train stations from Lugano to Zurich

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

Departure train stations in Lugano

Arrival train stations in Zurich

Which Lugano station do trains to Zurich leave from?

Trains from Lugano to Zurich leave from Lugano, Stazione. The station is from Lugano city centre at 6900 Lugano, Switzerland.

Lugano, Stazione6900 Lugano, Switzerland Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre

Bus6 · 7m · €3 · every ~10 min

6 · 10m · €3 · every ~10 min

461 · 12m · €6 · every ~5 min

Lugano, Stazione train station facilities and services

Lugano, Stazione has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano, Stazione.

Lugano Città (funicolare)6900 Lugano, Switzerland Accessibility

City-centre transport

Getting to Lugano Città (funicolare) from Lugano city centre

Bus6 · 8m · €3 · every ~10 min

6 · 11m · €3 · every ~10 min

461 · 15m · €6 · every ~5 min

Lugano Città (funicolare) train station facilities and services

Lugano Città (funicolare) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano Città (funicolare).

Lugano-Paradiso6900 Paradiso, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Lugano-Paradiso from Lugano city centre

Lugano-Paradiso is 1 km from Lugano city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS10, S, Re80, Re84, S90 · 3m · €2 · every ~11 min

Bus1, 2 · 8m · €3 · every ~19 min

434 · 10m · €2 · every ~3 min

2 · 23m · €3 · every ~9 min

Lugano-Paradiso train station facilities and services

Lugano-Paradiso has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, Hotel, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lugano-Paradiso.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Lugano-Paradiso.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lugano-Paradiso: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lugano-Paradiso: Bike Rental.

Which Zurich station do trains from Lugano arrive at?

Trains from Lugano to Zurich most often arrive at Zürich HB. Some services arrive at Zürich Oerlikon, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Zurich arrival station.

Zürich HBBahnhofplatz, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 220 11 11 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich HB from Zurich city centre

Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS, 9 · 3m · €3 · every ~3 min

S11, Sn11, S12, S15, S16, Sn1, Sn, S20, S23, S3, S5, Sn5, S6, Sn6, S7, Sn7, S9, Sn9, S · 3m · €1 · every ~43 min

Bus31, 33 · 5m · €2 · every ~16 min

N4, N5, N91 · 5m · €2

Tram11, 15, 4 · 8m · €2 · every ~19 min

Zürich HB train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.

Zürich OerlikonOerlikon, Zurich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Oerlikon is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS8, S2, S24, Ir36, S14, Re48, S19, S, Ir13, Ic1, S21, S15, S9, Sn8, Ir, N1 · 4m · €2 · every ~31 min

9, S · 12m · €4 · every ~3 min

BusE · 13m · €3

N10 · 14m · €3

Tram10, 11, 17, 50, 51, 8 · 12m · €3 · every ~19 min

Zürich Oerlikon train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Negishi Sushi Bar, Le Muh

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Oerlikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Oerlikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Oerlikon: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Courtyard Zurich North, Swissotel Zurich, Hotel Sternen Oerlikon.

Zürich AltstettenZürich Altstetten railway station, Altstetten, Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Altstetten from Zurich city centre

Zürich Altstetten is 5 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS5, S11, S12, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 12m · €3 · every ~14 min

Bus31 · 14m · €3 · every ~16 min

N17, N1 · 18m · €3

31 · 22m · €3 · every ~16 min

Tram51 · 14m · €3 · every ~16 min

Zürich Altstetten train station facilities and services

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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Markthalle, Restaurant LaSalle

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Altstetten. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Altstetten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Altstetten: Elevators.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Placid Hotel Zurich, Best Western Hotel Spirgarten, H+ Hotel Zürich.

Zürich StadelhofenStadelhoferstrasse 8, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland+41 900 300 300 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Stadelhofen from Zurich city centre

TramLine 11, Line 15

BusSeveral lines available

S-BahnLines S3, S5, S6, S7, S9, S12, S16

Zürich Stadelhofen train station facilities and services

Zürich Stadelhofen 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 and drink

Food options include: Outback Lodge, Tibits

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Stadelhofen. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Stadelhofen: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Opera Zurich, Small Luxury Hotel Ambassador Zurich, Hotel Seehof.

Zürich HardbrückeZürich Hardplatz, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland+41 51 225 78 00 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Hardbrücke from Zurich city centre

Zürich Hardbrücke is 3 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS15, S7, S16, S3, S9, S5, S11, S6, S12, Re37, S, S20, Sn9, Sn7, Sn6, Sn1, Sn5, Sn11, Sn · 2m · €1 · every ~42 min

9, S · 7m · €3 · every ~3 min

Bus31, 33 · 16m · €3 · every ~16 min

N9 · 15m · €3

Tram8 · 18m · €3 · every ~16 min

Zürich Hardbrücke train station facilities and services

Zürich Hardbrücke has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: Brisket Southern BBQ & Bar, Les Halles

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Zürich Hardbrücke. Information desks are located on the main concourse.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Hardbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Hardbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Hardbrücke: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include 25hours Hotel Zürich West, Sheraton Zürich Hotel, Novotel Zurich City West.

Zürich EngeZürich Enge, Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Enge from Zurich city centre

Zürich Enge is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN5 · 3m · €2

Tram5, 6, 8 · 5m · €2 · every ~16 min

5 · 10m · €2 · every ~12 min

Zürich Enge train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Enge, Ristorante Frascati

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Enge. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Enge: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Enge: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Enge: Ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Ascot, Engimatt City & Garden Hotel, B2 Boutique Hotel + Spa.

Zürich WiedikonZürich Wiedikon, Zurich, Switzerland Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Wiedikon from Zurich city centre

Zürich Wiedikon is 2 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN9 · 10m · €3

Tram11, 15, 4, 9, E · 14m · €2 · every ~17 min

Zürich Wiedikon train station facilities and services

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

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Marktküche, Restaurant Volkshaus

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

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

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Zürich Wiedikon. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Wiedikon: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Wiedikon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Wiedikon.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotel Ascot, Hotel Glockenhof, Hotel St. Gotthard.

Zürich Selnau8001 Zürich, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Selnau from Zurich city centre

Zürich Selnau is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus31, 33 · 16m · €2 · every ~17 min

Tram2, 4 · 13m · €2 · every ~16 min

2, 4, 15, 11 · 15m · €2 · every ~17 min

Zürich Selnau train station facilities and services

Zürich Selnau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Zürich Selnau.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Zürich Selnau.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Selnau: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Selnau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Selnau.

Zürich ManeggZürich Manegg railway station, Zurich, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Manegg from Zurich city centre

Zürich Manegg is 3 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS4, Sn4 · 8m · €3 · every ~12 min

S4, Sn4 · 9m · €3 · every ~8 min

Bus70 · 7m · €2 · every ~13 min

Tram2, 4, 15, 11 · 24m · €6 · every ~17 min

Zürich Manegg train station facilities and services

Zürich Manegg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Zürich Manegg.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Manegg: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Manegg: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Manegg: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Zürich Greencity, Hotel Uto Kulm.

Zürich Saalsporthalle8045 Zürich, Switzerland Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Zürich Saalsporthalle from Zurich city centre

Zürich Saalsporthalle is 2 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN5 · 11m · €3

Tram13, 2, 5 · 7m · €2 · every ~31 min

5 · 14m · €2 · every ~12 min

Zürich Saalsporthalle train station facilities and services

Zürich Saalsporthalle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Zürich Saalsporthalle.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Zürich Saalsporthalle.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Zürich Saalsporthalle: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Zürich Saalsporthalle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich Saalsporthalle.

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Popular train stations from Lugano to Zurich

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Getting to Lugano, Stazione from Lugano city centre

Lugano, Stazione train station facilities and services

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Getting to Zürich Oerlikon from Zurich city centre

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