The average train between Lugano and Rothenburg takes 2h 23m and the fastest train takes 2h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to Rothenburg. 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 every 3 hours between Lugano and Rothenburg. 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 Rothenburg at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Lugano to Rothenburg? 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 Lugano to Rothenburg. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at Rothenburg station via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.
Lugano to Rothenburg train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to Rothenburg train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.
Book your Lugano to Rothenburg train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
The distance between Lugano and Rothenburg is 131.5 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Luzern every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 55–170 and the journey takes 1h 39m.