Lugano to Münster by train

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Overview: trains from Lugano to Münster

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lugano to Münster, 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 04:32 View journey
Last train 22:02 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 8hr 52m View journey
Distance (km) 669
Trains / day 27 View all
Cheapest journey €53.39 View journey
Avg journey time 13hr 7m
Train operators 101

From Lugano to Münster by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Lugano to Münster by train. With 27 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.

Cost of a train ticket between Lugano and Münster

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €53.39. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around €88, and a week out, fares can hit around €132 on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 6 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Lugano to Münster departure frequency and train timetable

With 27 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 28 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 04:32 and the last one is at 22:02. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 04:32, with the last one at 22:02.

What are the travel time and distance for trains from Lugano to Münster?

On this route spanning 669 kilometres in total, the fastest journey takes 8 hours and 52 minutes.

How far in advance Lugano and Münster tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Lugano and Münster are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

More information on train travel from Lugano to Münster

Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Münster city guide to get you started.

FAQs about the train journey from Lugano to Münster

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

The total distance between Lugano and Münster is 669 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.