How to get from Luzern to Lugano
- 124 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 3h 08m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 08m
1 transfer
Train
€60
Cheapest
5h 18m
2 transfers
Train + Bus
€32
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Luzern to Lugano. The most useful door-to-door route takes 5h 18m by train, bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 124 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
124 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €36Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 3h 08m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €32Reading date not recorded | 5h 18m2 transfers | See Bus details |
- Train€36Omio catalogue, Sep 253h 08m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€32Reading date not recorded5h 18m · 2 transfersSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Luzern to Lugano: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Luzern → Zurichtrain
SBB·50m - 2Zurich → Zurich AirportbusCity transit·10m
- 3Zurich Airport → Luganobus
FlixBus·2h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Fri, Sep 25
Operators seen on these journeys
SBBLuzern-Zurich, Zurich-LuganoBook →City transitZurich-Zurich AirportBook →FlixBusZurich Airport-LuganoBook →On this route you travel with SBB, City transit, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Luzern to Lugano works
Start with a SBB train from Luzern to Zurich, about 50 min. Transfer in Zurich and continue by City transit bus on to Zurich Airport (10 min). Transfer in Zurich Airport and continue by FlixBus bus on to Lugano (2h 40m). In total it's roughly €32 over 5h 18m, 2 transfers.
Luzern to Lugano: common questions
How long does it take to get from Luzern to Lugano?
The most useful route takes about 5h 18m by train, bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a train from Luzern to Lugano?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Luzern to Lugano?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Lugano from Luzern?
About 124 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Luzern to Lugano cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €32. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Luzern to Lugano?
On this route you travel with SBB, City transit, FlixBus.
Can you get from Luzern to Lugano without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Luzern to Lugano?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: SBB, City transit, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026