The average train between Basel and Lugano takes 2h 57m and the fastest train takes 2h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel 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 every 3 hours between Basel and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 5:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Lugano at 11:58 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Basel station and arriving at Lugano station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Twice daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.
Basel to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Basel to Lugano train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) and SBB GmbH.
The distance between Basel and Lugano is 202 km. The road distance is 252 km.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Basel SBB to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 80–240 and the journey takes 2h 54m. SBB GmbH also services this route once daily.
