The average train between Lugano and CERN takes 6h 23m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to CERN. 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 4 hours between Lugano and CERN. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 10:02 PM which arrives into CERN at 9:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Luzern and take an average of 6h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Lugano to CERN? 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 Lugano to CERN. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at CERN station via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.
Lugano to CERN train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to CERN train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.
The distance between Lugano and CERN is 225.7 km. The road distance is 433 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to CERN via Luzern, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 6h 8m.