Travelling from Liège to Lugano by train

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

The fastest trains from Liège to Lugano take around 8 hours and 44 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 572 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Liège is scheduled to depart at around  05:18. The last departure is usually at around 23:08 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Liège at around 04:37, with the last train leaving at around 23:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 20 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 32 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$163.00.

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 Liège to Lugano?

The journey between Liège and Lugano usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those 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 around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Liège to Lugano?

The Liège to Lugano train travel takes about 8 hours and 44 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Liège to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Liège at around 05:18 and the last train leaving at around 23:08 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Liège at around 04:37, with the final departure at 23:08.