Lugano to Dresden by train

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Overview: trains from Lugano to Dresden

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lugano to Dresden, 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 04:32 View journey
Last train 22:02 View journey
Avg changes 3
Fastest journey 10hr 28m View journey
Distance (km) 662
Trains / day 24 View all
Cheapest journey CA$76.70 View journey
Avg journey time 15hr 48m
Train operators 102

Explore Lugano to Dresden by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Lugano to Dresden 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 Lugano to Dresden

Getting from Lugano to Dresden by rail typically costs CA$76.70, but runs about CA$121 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to CA$143. Booking as early as possible helps you find the lowest cost tickets, but that’s not the only way to save.

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Train times for travel from Lugano to Dresden

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 04:32 and the last departure is 22:02. On weekends, the first train departs at 04:32 and the last train leaves at 22:02. On average, a total of 24 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time from Lugano to Dresden

The quickest time by train is 10 hours and 28 minutes, travelling a total distance of 662 kilometres.

Booking Lugano to Dresden trains in advance

Booking your Lugano to Dresden tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.

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Learn even more about travelling from Lugano to Dresden by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Dresden.

FAQs about the train journey from Lugano to Dresden

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

The train route from Lugano to Dresden covers 662 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.