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Hamburg to Lugano by train
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First train04:17
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Last train00:45
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Avg changes1
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Fastest journey9hr 34m
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Distance844 kilometres
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Trains per day27
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Avg. journey time13hr 19m
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Train operators
Travelling from Hamburg to Lugano by train
Want to know how to get from Hamburg to Lugano by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Hamburg to Lugano take around 9 hours and 34 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 844 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around 04:17. The last departure is usually at around 00:45. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg at around 04:09, with the last train leaving at around 00:45. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 27 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 27 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$55.00.
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 Hamburg to Lugano?
The journey between Hamburg and Lugano usually involves one change of train.
We usually find around 27 departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around 32 departures.
How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Lugano?
The Hamburg to Lugano train travel takes about 9 hours and 34 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Hamburg to Lugano train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Hamburg at around 04:17 and the last train leaving at around 00:45. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg at around 04:09, with the final departure at 00:45.
How much is the train ticket from Hamburg to Lugano?
The cheapest tickets we've found for trains from Hamburg to Lugano are US$55.00.
If you book 30 days in advance, tickets will cost around US$75, while the price is around US$79 if you book 7 days in advance. Booking on the day of travel is likely to be more expensive, so it's worth booking ahead of time if you can, or check our special offers and deals.
When should you book your train tickets from Hamburg to Lugano?
Trains for this journey usually open for booking around 6 months in advance. If booking is not yet open for your travel dates, you can set a booking alert and you'll receive an email as soon as the cheapest tickets are released for your train journey.
Which train companies operate between Hamburg and Lugano?
More than one train company operates on the route from Hamburg to Lugano, so you’ll be travelling with one or more of the following rail operators:
- EC
- EC 151
- ECE
- EuroCity
- Eurocity (EC)
- Eurocity-Express
- IC
- IC 21
- IC 21 659
- IC 21 667
- IC 21 683
- ICE
- Inter City
- Inter City Express
- InterCity
- Intercity
- Intercity-Express (ICE)
- Nightjet
You can check which train you’ll be travelling on by looking for the train name in search results.
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