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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Lugano
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €50
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €119
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 6 h 38 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 6 h 54 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 4
- Distance
- 309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Lugano will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Lugano without transferring at least 2 times.
BUS 10194 · EC 194 · IC 87710:20 AM 6h38 München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) 4:58 PM Lugano station €50 1 One-way 2 transfers- BUS 10196 · EC 196 · IC 873
8:20 AM 6h38 München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) 2:58 PM Lugano station €50 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 1010 · IC 185 · EC 21
8:19 AM 7h09 Munich Hbf 3:28 PM Lugano station €160 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 918 · IC 187 · EC 123
10:19 AM 7h09 Munich Hbf 5:28 PM Lugano station €214 1 One-way 2 transfers
- BUS 10194 · EC 194 · IC 877
10:20 AM 6h38 München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) 4:58 PM Lugano station €50 1 One-way 2 transfers - BUS 10196 · EC 196 · IC 873
8:20 AM 6h38 München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) 2:58 PM Lugano station €50 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 918 · IC 187 · EC 123
10:19 AM 7h09 Munich Hbf 5:28 PM Lugano station €214 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 1010 · IC 185 · EC 21
8:19 AM 7h09 Munich Hbf 3:28 PM Lugano station €160 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Lugano
Germany
Switzerland
Trains from Munich to Lugano run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Munich to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Lugano trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 1010 · IC 185 · EC 21 | On time 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 7h09 | 3:28 PM Lugano station | 2 transfers | |
| BUS 10196 · EC 196 · IC 873 | On time 8:20 AM München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) | 6h38 | 2:58 PM Lugano station | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 918 · IC 187 · EC 123 | On time 10:19 AM Munich Hbf | 7h09 | 5:28 PM Lugano station | 2 transfers | |
| BUS 10194 · EC 194 · IC 877 | On time 10:20 AM München ZOB (Hackerbrücke) | 6h38 | 4:58 PM Lugano station | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Munich and Lugano
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Lugano
Most Munich to Lugano trains use the München Hbf to Lugano station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Lugano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Lugano leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München-Fasangarten from Munich city centre
München-Fasangarten is 5 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Fasangarten train station facilities and services
München-Fasangarten has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gaststätte zum fleißigen Gartler, Görzer's Biergarten, Wirtshaus Münchner Tram, VC-Vollwertkost Catering GmbH
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München-Fasangarten. ATMs are available at München-Fasangarten.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München-Fasangarten. Information desks are available at München-Fasangarten.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München-Fasangarten. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München-Fasangarten: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München-Fasangarten: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Fasangarten.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Fasangarten, Gambino hotel CINCINNATI.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Which Lugano station do trains from Munich arrive at?
Getting to Lugano from Lugano city centre
Lugano train station facilities and services
Lugano 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: Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto, Ristorante La Cucina di Alice
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lugano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lugano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lugano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lugano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lugano: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Splendide Royal Lugano, Hotel Lugano Dante Center, Hotel Federale Lugano.
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