Is there a direct train from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano?

The journey between Zürich Oerlikon and Lugano usually involves one change of train. We usually find at least one departure on the route from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano?

The Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano train travel takes about 2 hours and 7 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Zürich Oerlikon at around 05:46 and the last train leaving at around 22:51.At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Zürich Oerlikon at around 05:30, with the final departure at 21:51.

Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano by train

First train

05:30
Last train

22:51

Avg changes

1
Fastest journey

2hr 7m

Distance

160 kilometres
Trains per day

18

Avg. journey time

2hr 37m
Train operators

Travelling by train from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano

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Train cost between Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano

Getting from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano by rail typically costs £66.39, but runs about if booked a month in advance. If you wait until 7 days before departure, prices increase to . 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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Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano departure frequency and train timetable

With 18 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 35 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:46 and the last one is at 22:51. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:30, with the last one at 21:51.

How long does the train from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 7 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 160 kilometres.

Booking time frame: Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano trains

Tickets for travel to Lugano along this route are available for purchase 5 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.

Making your Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Lugano.

FAQs about the train journey from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano

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What is the distance by train from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano?

The total distance between Zürich Oerlikon and Lugano is 160 kilometres.

What is the Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano train price?

The lowest price available on this route is £66.39. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around . Booking 7 days before departure ensures that prices are usually around .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.

What’s the travel time from Zürich Oerlikon to Lugano by train?

The fastest journey is 2 hours and 7 minutes.

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