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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lugano to Zurich
Cheapest price
€115
Average price
€145
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
155 km
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 €145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €115.
Of the 15 trains that leave Lugano for Zurich on Sun, Dec 21, 3 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 155 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
EC 10 | 10EC 10 | 10 · S 5 18538 | 18538EC 10 | 10 · IC 1 711 | 711IC 2 870 | 870IC 2 870 | 870 · RE 48 4918 | 4918IC 2 870 | 870IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418EC 10 | 10EC 12 | 12IC 2 870 | 870 · RE 48 4918 | 4918
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight 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 €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. 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 €16, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 155 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€67 Average price | €27 Average price Cheapest | €202 Average price |
2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 10 | 10 · S 5 18538 | 18538 | 7:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h14 | 9:44 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1 transfer | |
| EC 10 | 10 | 7:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h57 | 9:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 10 | 10 · IC 1 711 | 711 | 7:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h12 | 9:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2 870 | 870 | 8:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h53 | 9:55 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC 2 870 | 870 · RE 48 4918 | 4918 | 8:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h08 | 10:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1 transfer | |
| IC 2 870 | 870 · S 5 18540 | 18540 | 8:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h12 | 10:14 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1 transfer | |
| EC 12 | 12 | 8:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h57 | 10:27 AM Zurich HB | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 12 | 12 · S 5 18542 | 18542 | 8:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h14 | 10:44 AM Zurich Altstetten | 1 transfer | |
| EC 12 | 12 · IC 1 713 | 713 | 8:30 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h12 | 10:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 1 transfer | |
| IC 21 672 | 672 · S 2 21242 | 21242 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 · S 5 18546 | 18546 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h42 | 11:44 AM Zurich Altstetten | 3 transfers | |
| IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418 · RE 48 4920 | 4920 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h08 | 11:10 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 2 transfers | |
| IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418 · S 5 18544 | 18544 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h12 | 11:14 AM Zurich Altstetten | 2 transfers | |
| IC 21 672 | 672 · S 2 21242 | 21242 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h23 | 11:25 AM Zurich HB | 2 transfers | |
| IC 21 672 | 672 · S 2 21242 | 21242 · IR 75 2119 | 2119 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 2h40 | 11:42 AM Zürich Oerlikon | 3 transfers | |
| IC 21 672 | 672 · IR 46 2418 | 2418 | 9:02 AM Lugano, Stazione | 1h53 | 10:55 AM Zurich HB | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lugano to Zurich
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Trains from Lugano to Zurich run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 53m.
Distance 155 km |
Average train duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 53m |
First train 00:08 |
Last train 23:51 |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) from Lugano to Zurich trainsSBB, Trenitalia EuroCity, Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS) trains will get you between Lugano and Zurich from €16. 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 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.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Lugano, which is located around 0.2 miles (356 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Zurich HB, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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Popular train stations from Lugano to Zurich
Accessibility
Accessibility
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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