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Trip Overview

The average train between CERN and Lugano takes 5h 54m and the fastest train takes 5h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from CERN 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.

5h 54m
Duration
457 km
Distance
CHF 194
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train via Zurich

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  1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain train Ic1 / ...
  2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain train Ec / ...
6h 27m
CHF 158–459

CERN to Lugano train times

Trains run hourly between CERN and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 4:47 AM at night, and the last departure from CERN is at 7:59 PM which arrives into Lugano at 8:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Meyrin, CERN and take an average of 5h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from CERN to Lugano.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 457.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from CERN to Lugano via Meyrin, CERN, Genève, gare Cornavin, Genève, and Zürich HB in around 6h 27m.

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