How much is the train ticket from Lugano to Zürich?

The cheapest train tickets from Lugano to Zürich start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $98. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Lugano to Zürich?

The average train ride duration from Lugano to Zürich is 1h 57m, covering a distance of 97 miles (156 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways .

Which train operators service the Lugano to Zürich route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lugano to Zürich?

The earliest train departs from Lugano to Zürich at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:30pm.

Train Lugano to Zürich from $46

Next train departures

Next departures for Lugano to Zürich on April 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:02am	Lugano	1h 53m	8:55am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	CheapestFastest
Train	7:02am	Lugano	1h 53m	8:55am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:30am	Lugano	1h 57m	9:27am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	7:30am	Lugano	1h 57m	9:27am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags
Train	8:30am	Lugano	1h 57m	10:27am	Zurich HB (Main Station)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:49 AM CEST.

Get from Lugano to Zürich

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day

1h 57mAverage Duration

97 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Swiss Federal Railways

4.8/58 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi5.0

Based on 8 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers 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 $51

CH train companies:Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, Swiss Federal Railways, Slovak Rail

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Lugano to Zürich by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Lugano to Zürich?
The cheapest train tickets from Lugano to Zürich start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $98. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Lugano to Zürich?
The average train ride duration from Lugano to Zürich is 1h 57m, covering a distance of 97 miles (156 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 53m and is operated by Swiss Federal Railways.
Which train operators service the Lugano to Zürich route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Lugano to Zürich?
The earliest train departs from Lugano to Zürich at 7:02am. And the latest train departs at 9:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

04/16

$53

04/17

$49

Today

$57

04/19

$51

04/20

$56

04/21

$53

04/22

$56

04/23

$57

The cheapest trip from Lugano to Zürich was searched and found on Apr 17, 2026 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $271 for a train ticket from Lugano to Zürich based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2026-04-19.