Winterthur to Lugano by train

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Overview: trains from Winterthur to Lugano

Find the key information for travelling by train from Winterthur 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.

First train 00:12 View journey
Last train 23:01 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 19m View journey
Distance (km) 167
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey AU$371.57 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 45m
Train operators 60

Taking the train from Winterthur to Lugano

Ready to book a trip from Winterthur to Lugano by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.

Train cost between Winterthur and Lugano

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: AU$371.57

  • 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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And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Winterthur to Lugano daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Lugano on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 32 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 00:12: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 23:01: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 00:12: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:42: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 26 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long is the train journey from Winterthur to Lugano?

This journey covers a total of 167 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 2 hours and 19 minutes.

When do tickets between Winterthur and Lugano go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Winterthur and Lugano 6 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Winterthur to Lugano travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Lugano.

FAQs about the train journey from Winterthur to Lugano

Want to know more about your journey from Winterthur to Lugano? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Winterthur and Lugano is 167 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.