The average train between Arbon and Lugano takes 4h 1m and the fastest train takes 3h 24m. There is a train service every few hours from Arbon to Lugano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Arbon and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arbon is at 10:34 PM which arrives into Lugano at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Romanshorn and take an average of 4h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Arbon to Lugano? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arbon to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Arbon station and arriving at Lugano station via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.
Arbon to Lugano train services, operated by Thurbo, depart from Romanshorn station.
Arbon to Lugano train services, operated by Thurbo, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Arbon to Lugano train tickets online with Thurbo, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and ÖBB.
The distance between Arbon and Lugano is 171.1 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Arbon to Lugano via Romanshorn and Zürich HB in around 4h 19m.