What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Zug?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Zug is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 45 and takes 3h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Zug?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Zug is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 150.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Zug?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Zug. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Lugano to Zug?

The distance between Lugano and Zug is 150 km. The road distance is 172.1 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Zug without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Zug without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Zug?

The train from Lugano to Zug takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Zug train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Zug?

The best way to get from Lugano to Zug is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 45 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Lugano to Zug train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Zug?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Zug is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Lugano to Zug.

How do I get a train ticket from Lugano to Zug?

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Where can I stay near Zug?

There are 1017+ hotels available in Zug.

Lugano to Zug - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Lugano to Zug by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zugtrain Ic2 / ...
1h 28m
CHF 11–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 6m
CHF 19–41
Drive 172.1 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Zugcar 172.1 km
2h 6m
CHF 28–40

Lugano to Zug by train

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.9 km
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Zug, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Zug hourly. Tickets cost CHF 45–150 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse once a week. Tickets cost CHF 10–15 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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