The average train between Lugano and France takes 11h 41m and the fastest train takes 7h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Lugano to France. 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 3 times a day between Lugano and France. The earliest departure is at 10:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lugano is at 9:30 PM which arrives into France at 3:21 PM. All services require a transfer at Zuerich Hb and take an average of 11h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Lugano to France? 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 France. However, there are services departing from Lugano station and arriving at France station via Zuerich Hb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.
Lugano to France train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Lugano station.
Lugano to France train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.
The distance between Lugano and France is 547 km. The road distance is 788 km.
You can take a train from Lugano to Hôtel de Ville via Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, Mulhouse, Mulhouse Ville, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Gare de Lyon in around 8h 20m.