Train Geneva to Lugano: Trip Overview
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Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the cleanliness. Swiss Federal Railways ticket prices on this trip start at US$107.00
Geneva to Lugano Train
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Geneva - Lugano
How much does a cheap train ticket from Geneva to Lugano cost?
The average train ticket price from Geneva to Lugano is US$190. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Geneva to Lugano is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Geneva to Lugano?
A train trip between Geneva and Lugano is around 5h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 23m. This is the time it takes to travel the 219 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Geneva and Lugano?
The number of trains from Geneva to Lugano can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Geneva to Lugano by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Geneva to Lugano was searched and found on May 15, 2025 with a price of US$118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Geneva to Lugano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$118 to US$315 for a train ticket from Geneva to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$118 which is on 2025-05-15.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Geneva and Lugano is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Lugano.
Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Lugano, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between Geneva and Lugano, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Geneva to Lugano, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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