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Trip Overview

The average train between Lugano and Biel/Bienne takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to Biel/Bienne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 37m
Duration
274 km
Distance
CHF 88
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Lugano to Biel/Bienne train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Lugano and Biel/Bienne. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Biel/Bienne at 6:38 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 13m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)8h 36m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 14m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 14m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 14m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 14m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 14m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 14m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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    Trenitalia EuroCitySwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)3h 12m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Lugano to Biel/Bienne? 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.

Map of how to get from Lugano to Biel/Bienne.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 274.3 km
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Biel/Bienne, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lugano to Biel/Bienne via Olten in around 3h 16m.

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