Travelling from Biel/Bienne to Lugano by train

Want to know how to get from Biel/Bienne to Lugano by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Biel/Bienne to Lugano take around 3 hours and 12 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 181 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Biel/Bienne is scheduled to depart at around  00:21. The last departure is usually at around 23:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Biel/Bienne at around 00:24, with the last train leaving at around 20:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 25 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 56 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £58.58.

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 Biel/Bienne to Lugano?

The journey between Biel/Bienne and Lugano usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Biel/Bienne to Lugano every weekday 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 at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Biel/Bienne to Lugano?

The Biel/Bienne to Lugano train travel takes about 3 hours and 12 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Biel/Bienne to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Biel/Bienne at around 00:21 and the last train leaving at around 23:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Biel/Bienne at around 00:24, with the final departure at 20:45.