Lugano to Flensburg by train

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Overview: trains from Lugano to Flensburg

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lugano to Flensburg, 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 2
Fastest journey 11hr 38m View journey
Distance (km) 977
Trains / day 35 View all
Cheapest journey £54.05 View journey
Avg journey time 19hr 20m
Train operators 147

Taking the train from Lugano to Flensburg

So you’re considering going from Lugano to Flensburg by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Cost of train travel from Lugano to Flensburg

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lugano to Flensburg:

  • Cheapest ticket: £54.05

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance: £89

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance: £81

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Departure frequency and timetable from Lugano to Flensburg

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Lugano to Flensburg:

  • 04:32 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:02 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 04:32 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:02 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 28 minutes from Lugano toward Flensburg.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 35 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Lugano to Flensburg

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 11 hours and 38 minutes, spanning 977 kilometres in total.

When do tickets go on sale between Lugano and Flensburg?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Lugano and Flensburg 6 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Learn more about train travel from Lugano to Flensburg

Looking for more insights into train travel across Europe? Our help articles cover everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding ticket types. Then, explore the travel ideas in our Flensburg city guide to get you excited for your upcoming adventure.

FAQs about the train journey from Lugano to Flensburg

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

The total distance between Lugano and Flensburg by train is 977 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.