How much is the train ticket from Lugano to Bellinzona?

The cheapest train tickets from Lugano to Bellinzona start from R 375. The average price for this train route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lugano to Bellinzona?

The average train journey time from Lugano to Bellinzona is 16m, covering a distance of 22 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways .

Which train operators serve the Lugano to Bellinzona route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lugano to Bellinzona?

The earliest train from Lugano to Bellinzona departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 15:30.

Train Lugano to Bellinzona from R 301

Next train departures

Next departures from Lugano to Bellinzona on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:02	Lugano	14m	07:16	Bellinzona	Cheapest
Train	07:02	Lugano	14m	07:16	Bellinzona	Fastest
Train	07:08	Lugano	30m	07:38	Bellinzona	No tags
Train	07:08	Lugano	30m	07:38	Bellinzona	No tags
Train	07:25	Lugano	18m	07:43	Bellinzona	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:03 PM CET.

Get from Lugano to Bellinzona

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 375, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

16mAverage duration

22 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

5/58 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi5

Based on 8 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 R 375

CH train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lugano to Bellinzona by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Lugano to Bellinzona?
The cheapest train tickets from Lugano to Bellinzona start from R 375. The average price for this train route is around R 582. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lugano to Bellinzona?
The average train journey time from Lugano to Bellinzona is 16m, covering a distance of 22 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators serve the Lugano to Bellinzona route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Lugano to Bellinzona?
The earliest train from Lugano to Bellinzona departs at 07:02. And the latest train departs at 15:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from Lugano to Bellinzona was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 301

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Lugano to Bellinzona as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 301 to R 522 for a train ticket from Lugano to Bellinzona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 310, which is on 2025-12-12.