The average train between Zernez and Lugano takes 5h 14m and the fastest train takes 4h 27m. There is a train service every few hours from Zernez 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 Zernez and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zernez is at 6:31 PM which arrives into Lugano at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Klosters Platz and take an average of 5h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 27m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zernez 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 Zernez to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Zernez station and arriving at Lugano station via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.
Zernez to Lugano train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Landquart station.
Zernez to Lugano train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Zernez to Lugano train tickets online with Rhätische Bahn, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and Schweizerische Südostbahn AG.
The distance between Zernez and Lugano is 115.9 km. The road distance is 338 km.
You can take a train from Zernez to Lugano via Klosters Platz, Landquart, and Zürich HB in around 5h 8m.