Lugano to Aarau by train

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Overview: trains from Lugano to Aarau

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lugano to Aarau, 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 00:05 View journey
Last train 22:05 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 13m View journey
Distance (km) 169
Trains / day 21 View all
Cheapest journey US$63.50 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 29m
Train operators 67

From Lugano to Aarau by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Lugano to Aarau by train. With 21 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train ticket cost for journeys between Lugano and Aarau

Just like airline tickets, train fares vary by the operator, the number of stops, the time of day you travel, how far in advance you book and more. When it comes to timing, while the cheapest tickets on this route are typically US$63.50, when booked a month in advance, tickets costs an average of , and when purchased a week in advance, tickets increase to .

How to find cheap train tickets

Booking early nearly always keeps more money in your pocket, but there are other ways to save big on tickets. Refer to our cheap train ticket guide to make sure you make the most out of your travel budget.

Train times for travel from Lugano to Aarau

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:00 and the last departure is 22:02. On weekends, the first train departs at 00:05 and the last train leaves at 22:05. On average, a total of 21 trains make this journey each day.

Average train travel time and distance from Lugano to Aarau

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 2 hours and 13 minutes, spanning 169 kilometres in total.

Booking time frame: Lugano to Aarau trains

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

Maximising your travels to Aarau

For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Aarau.

FAQs about the train journey from Lugano to Aarau

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

The train journey between Lugano and Aarau spans 169 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.