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What is the best way to travel from Zurich to Lugano?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains, Carpool, Flights and Buses for the journey to Lugano from Zurich. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 53m
$45
$46
48
Car
2h 40m
$11
$17
3
Flight
0h 55m
$584
$654
2

What is the cheapest way to reach Lugano from Zurich?

You can get to Lugano with just $11 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from $584
Saturday
from $20
Sunday
from $11
Monday
Tuesday
from $17

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Austrian Airlines
    3h 15m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:00 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $584
  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $689

    Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    11:20 AM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $20

    • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 0m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    8:05 AM
    Lugano
    Paradiso
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $45
  • SBB CFF FFS
    1h 53m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:58 AM
    Lugano
    Central station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $46
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 6m
    0
    11:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    1:11 AM
    Lugano
    Central station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $46

    • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $689

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    12:40 PM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $11
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Zurich Airport
    11:30 AM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $17
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    5:20 PM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $20

    Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    7:40 PM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $17

What are the fastest trips from Zurich to Lugano?

You can get to Lugano from Zurich in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Swiss International Air Lines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 0h 55m
Saturday
from 0h 55m
Sunday
from 2h 40m
Monday
Tuesday
from 2h 40m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $689
  • Austrian Airlines
    3h 15m
    0
    6:45 PM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    10:00 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Austrian Airlines
    Economy
    from $584

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Swiss International Air Lines
    0h 55m
    0
    9:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    Zurich Airport
    9:55 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Swiss International Air Lines
    Economy
    from $689

    • Fastest Trains Saturday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    1h 53m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    7:58 AM
    Lugano
    Central station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $46
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 0m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    8:05 AM
    Lugano
    Paradiso
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $45
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 6m
    0
    11:05 PM
    Zurich
    Central Station
    1:11 AM
    Lugano
    Central station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $46

    • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    11:20 AM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $20

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Zurich Airport
    12:40 PM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $11
  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    8:50 AM
    Zurich Airport
    11:30 AM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $17
  • BlaBlaCar
    3h 20m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    5:20 PM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $20

    Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 40m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Zurich Airport
    7:40 PM
    Lugano
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $17
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Zurich to Lugano

What are the most popular stations in Zurich and Lugano?

In Zurich, you will usually depart from Central Station, Central Bus Station Sihlquai or Central Polybahn, while in Lugano you will be arriving at Eni, Central station or Paradiso, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lugano from Zurich? With 3 connections between 1 Train, Carpool, Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Zurich and Lugano, you can pay as low as $11 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Swiss International Air Lines: you will get to Lugano in just 0h 55m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Zurich and Lugano are SBB CFF FFS, BlaBlaCar and Swiss International Air Lines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Zurich and Lugano is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Zollikon or to Collina d'Oro, and look at flights from Zurich Airport, and landing at Lugano Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Zurich to Lugano?

The most popular companies between Zurich and Lugano, are SBB CFF FFS, BlaBlaCar and Swiss International Air Lines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: SBB CFF FFS

Airlines: Swiss International Air Lines and Austrian Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Zurich to Lugano

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Zurich to Lugano. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Zurich to Lugano

How can I reach Lugano from Zurich?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Carpool, Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Lugano from Zurich.

How far is Lugano from Zurich?

The distance between Zurich and Lugano is 96.2 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Zurich and Lugano?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 26 kgs, and a flight 38 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Zurich to Lugano?

You can get to Lugano with just $11 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Lugano?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lugano in just 0h 55m with a Flight from Swiss International Air Lines.

More routes to Zurich and to Lugano

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Zurich and to Lugano. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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