What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Zürich HB?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Zürich HB is to bus which costs SFr 14 - SFr 30 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Zürich HB?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Zürich HB is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 56m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Zürich HB?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Zürich. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Zürich HB?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Lugano to Zürich HB?

The distance between Lugano and Zürich HB is 177 km. The road distance is 205.6 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Zürich HB without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Zürich HB without a car is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 56m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180.

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Zürich HB?

The train from Lugano to Zürich HB takes 1h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Zürich HB bus from?

Lugano to Zürich HB bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Zürich HB train from?

Lugano to Zürich HB train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Zürich HB?

The best way to get from Lugano to Zürich HB is to train via Zürich HB which takes 1h 56m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 14 - SFr 30 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the Lugano to Zürich HB bus arrive?

Lugano to Zürich HB bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Lugano to Zürich HB train arrive?

Lugano to Zürich HB train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Zürich HB?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Zürich HB is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Lugano to Zürich HB.

How do I get a train ticket from Lugano to Zürich HB?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lugano to Zürich HB?

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Where can I stay near Zürich HB?

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Lugano to Zürich HB - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Zürich HB by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Zürich HB
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic21 / ...
1h 56m
CHF 55–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 49m
CHF 14–30
Drive 205.6 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Zürich HBcar 205.6 km
2h 19m
CHF 34–49
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
3h 43m
CHF 74–178
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
1h 57m
CHF 40–85

Lugano to Zürich HB by train and foot

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1h 56mAverage Duration

CHF 55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.1 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Zürich HB, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 55–180 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lugano to Zürich twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 16–30 and the journey takes 2h 40m. RegioJet also services this route twice a week.

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