Lugano to Friedrichshafen by train

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Overview: trains from Lugano to Friedrichshafen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lugano to Friedrichshafen, 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 4hr 10m View journey
Distance (km) 188
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey £69.92 View journey
Avg journey time 8hr 55m
Train operators 98

Discover Lugano to Friedrichshafen by train

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Train cost between Lugano to Friedrichshafen

Getting from Lugano to Friedrichshafen by rail typically costs £69.92, but runs about £33 if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to £43. 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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Lugano to Friedrichshafen train schedule

  • The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 04:32.

  • The latest weekday train along this route departs at 22:02.

  • The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 04:32.

  • The latest weekend train along this route departs at 22:02.

  • 27 trains run along this route each day.

  • Trains leave the station every 29 minutes.

How long is the train journey from Lugano to Friedrichshafen?

This journey covers a total of 188 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 4 hours and 10 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Lugano and Friedrichshafen?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Lugano and Friedrichshafen 9 months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Additional information on train travel from Lugano to Friedrichshafen

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Friedrichshafen city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Lugano to Friedrichshafen

Want to know more about your journey from Lugano to Friedrichshafen? 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 Friedrichshafen by train is 188 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

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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.

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