Travelling from Munich Airport to Lugano by train

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

The fastest trains from Munich Airport to Lugano take around 6 hours and 54 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 338 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Munich Airport is scheduled to depart at around 00:53. The last departure is usually at around 23:11. On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Munich Airport at around 00:44, with the last train leaving at around 21:24. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 11 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 50 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$57.00.

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 Munich Airport to Lugano?

The journey between Munich Airport and Lugano usually involves 10 changes of train.

We usually find around 10 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 10 departures.

How long does it take to travel from Munich Airport to Lugano?

The Munich Airport to Lugano train travel takes about 6 hours and 54 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Munich Airport to Lugano train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Lugano leaving Munich Airport at around 00:53 and the last train leaving at around 23:11. At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Munich Airport at around 00:44, with the final departure at 21:24.