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Zurich to Lugano-Paradiso trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Zurich and Lugano-Paradiso takes 2h 4m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is an hourly train service from Zurich to Lugano-Paradiso. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 4m
Duration
179 km
Distance
CHF 61
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain train Ec / ...
2h 2m
CHF 52–75

Zurich to Lugano-Paradiso train times

Trains run hourly between Zurich and Lugano-Paradiso. The earliest departure is at 6:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Lugano-Paradiso at 1:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, October 9, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, October 10, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 21m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change

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    Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)2h 6m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zurich to Lugano-Paradiso? 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 Zurich to Lugano-Paradiso.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 178.9 km
  • Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Lugano-Paradiso, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Lugano hourly. Tickets cost CHF 50–75 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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