Marseille to Lugano by train
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Overview: trains from Marseille to Lugano
Find the key information for travelling by train from Marseille to Lugano, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
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Getting ready for a trip from Marseille to Lugano aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.
Train cost between Marseille and Lugano
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: AU$228.05
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
Finding cheap train tickets
Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:
Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)
Travel with a budget train operator
Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively
Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)
Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Train times for travel between Marseille and Lugano
If you are taking the train from Marseille to Lugano, you will have 21 trains each day (with a departure every 28 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:03. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 22:06. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:33, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 21:57.
Average train travel time from Marseille to Lugano
The quickest time by train is 8 hours and 46 minutes, travelling a total distance of 412 kilometres.
How early can you book train tickets between Marseille and Lugano?
Tickets along this route go on sale 6 months in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.
Further insights on trains from Marseille to Lugano
Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Lugano city guide.
FAQs about the train journey from Marseille to Lugano
Want to know more about your journey from Marseille to Lugano? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The trip from Marseille to Lugano covers a distance of 412 kilometres.
The cheapest tickets for this route start at AU$228.05. When booked 30 days ahead, prices are typically . Tickets booked 7 days in advance typically cost .
You can book your tickets 6 months in advance for this route.
The fastest journey time is 8 hours and 46 minutes.
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