Edinburgh to Lugano by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Lugano
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Travelling from Edinburgh to Lugano by train
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Lugano by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Lugano take around 16 hours and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,392 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 23:40 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the last train leaving at around 23:15. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 27 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$684.45.
We think any time is a great time to visit Lugano, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Lugano.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Lugano?
The journey between Edinburgh and Lugano usually involves changes of train.
We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found around departures.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Lugano?
The Edinburgh to Lugano train travel takes about 16 hours and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Lugano train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Edinburgh at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 23:40 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 05:36, with the final departure at 23:15.
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