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    About the train journey from Lugano to Vienna

    Want to travel from Lugano to Vienna by train? Start your journey with us.

    The train from Lugano to Vienna usually takes 12 hours 33 minutes on average to travel 613 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 9 hours 55 minutes. You can expect to find 18 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren't any direct services running between Lugano and Vienna, you'll need to make 1 change on your way to Vienna. You can choose to travel with ICE, DB or ÖBB to get to Vienna. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

    To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Lugano to Vienna in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from $90.84.

    Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Vienna, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

    Lugano to Vienna by train

    It takes an average of 12h 33m to travel from Lugano to Vienna by train, over a distance of around 381 miles (613 km). There are normally 18 trains per day traveling from Lugano to Vienna and tickets for this journey start from $90.84 when you book in advance.

    First train

    4:32 am

    Last train

    10:02 pm

    Departure station

    Lugano

    Arrival station

    Vienna

    Journey time

    From 9h 55m

    Distance

    381 miles (613 km)

    Frequency

    18 trains per day

    Changes

    1 change

    Price

    From $90.84

    Train and bus operators

    BlaBlaCar Bus, SBB CFF FFS, Deutsche Bahn, Flixbus, Itabus, Italo, Regiojet, Westbahn, ÖBB

    What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Lugano to Vienna?

    Want to know more about your journey from Lugano to Vienna? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

    How do you get to Vienna from Lugano?

    To travel to Vienna from Lugano, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 12 hours and 33 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 9 hours and 55 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information on routes and timetables.

    How long is the train ride from Lugano to Vienna?

    Trains from Lugano to Vienna take an average of 12 hours and 33 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 9 hours and 55 minutes. You'll usually find 18 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

    How much is the train to Vienna from Lugano?

    Train tickets to Vienna from Lugano can start from $90.84 when booked in advance, but they’re usually more expensive if bought on the day of travel. Prices may also vary depending on the time of day, route, and class you choose.

    Can I get a high-speed train from Lugano to Vienna?

    Yes, you can get a high-speed train from Lugano to Vienna in as little as 9 hours and 55 minutes on the fastest services. High-speed trains from Italo offer a range of classes and onboard services - take a look to see what suits you best!

    What are the train times from Lugano to Vienna?

    Check out the next trains departing from Lugano to Vienna for Tuesday Nov 18th 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
    DepartsArrivesDuration
    9:30 am7:44 pm10h 14m, 2 changes
    10:02 am8:44 pm10h 42m, 2 changes
    11:30 am9:44 pm10h 14m, 2 changes
    4:02 pm5:04 am13h 2m, 4 changes
    4:02 pm5:05 am13h 3m, 3 changes
    5:30 pm6:04 am12h 34m, 4 changes
    5:30 pm6:05 am12h 35m, 3 changes
    5:30 pm6:17 am12h 47m, 2 changes
    6:30 pm6:25 am11h 55m, 2 changes
    6:30 pm7:14 am12h 44m, 1 change

    SBB, Deutsche Bahn, Italo and ÖBB trains from Lugano to Vienna

    You can travel from Lugano to Vienna on SBB, Deutsche Bahn, Italo and ÖBB trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

    The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).

    PhotoJoachimKohlerBremen, under licence CC BY-SA 4.0

    The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.

    Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).

    ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.

    What Italo, Intercity Express (ICE), Intercity (IC) and Eurocity (EC) classes are there from Lugano to Vienna?

    Compare the different travel classes offered by Italo, Intercity Express (ICE), Intercity (IC) and Eurocity (EC) when traveling from Lugano to Vienna.

    What are the onboard services on Italo, Intercity Express (ICE), Intercity (IC) and Eurocity (EC)?

    Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Lugano to Vienna.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?
    • You can take your bags on board free of charge. If you have a small bag or backpack, you can place it under your seat.
    • If you’re traveling with a larger bag, you can place it on the luggage racks above your seat.
    • In most cases, there are no baggage size limits. However, if you travel in Italo Smart, your bags must not be larger than 75 x 53 x 30cm (29.5 x 20.8 x 11.8 inches).
    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    While there’s no bar or restaurant car on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?
    • Italo trains offer free WiFi and a free entertainment portal called ItaloLive, where you can choose from a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news, eBooks, games, music, and podcasts.
    • You can also charge your devices thanks to the power outlets that are available at your seat.
    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
    • Kids aged 0-3 travel for free on Italo trains if they don’t occupy a seat. However, if an adult travels with more than one child aged 0-3, they will need to pay for a seat.
    • Children aged 2-14 get 50% off the Flex fare if they’re traveling in Italo’s Smart Class.
    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
    • You can travel with a folding bike if it’s stored in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
    • You can travel with a traditional bike if it’s disassembled and placed in a bag that is not larger than 80 x 110 x 40cm (31.4 x 43.3 x 15.7 inches).
    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
    • Pets under 10kg (22 lbs) can travel for free on all Italo trains provided they’re placed in a carrier or cage
    • Pets over 10kg (22 lbs) will need a ticket to travel with you. They must also be kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.

    InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

    Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as power outlets at every seat.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    You can take as much baggage as you like for free without making a reservation.

    Baggage items include briefcases, laptops, rucksacks, trolley bags or suitcases. You can also take pushchairs, folding bikes, scooters, skis and surfboards.

    Baggage should be stored under the seat or in the overhead baggage rack. The standard dimensions of baggage racks are 70 x 50 x 30 cm (27.5 x 19.6 x 11.8 inches). Larger items of baggage such as suitcases can be stored in the large baggage racks by the doors.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    When traveling with ICE, you can enjoy an extensive menu in the on-board restaurant, or you can grab a snack from the bistro carriage. If you choose the latter, you can enjoy your food and drink in the bistro or take it back to your seat.

    Upgrade to First Class and you will be served complimentary food and drink at your seat.

    DB change their menu every three months, but you will always find a wide variety of locally sourced food and drink, including a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    If you’re traveling on an ICE train, you can connect to the free WiFi and catch up on some work or your favorite TV show.

    You can also connect to the ICE portal, where you’ll find a wide range of entertainment, such as films, television, audiobooks, games, newspapers and magazines.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    On DB’s ICE trains, kids under 5 years old travel for free and don’t need a ticket. Children up to 14 years old travel for free if they are accompanied by a person who is at least 15 years old.

    You can also book family areas and children compartments on all ICE trains.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    With ICE, you need a bicycle ticket and reservation to take a bicycle onboard. The reservation for your bike is included in the price.

    Generally, bike storage spaces are located in second class carriages. Please note that your seat and bike storage space might be located in different carriages.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    You can travel with your pet on all ICE trains. You do not need an extra ticket If you have a small dog and they can travel in a transport box. If your dog or pet is bigger than the size of a house cat, you will need an additional ticket, which costs 50% less than a standard ticket. Dogs not traveling in a transport box must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.

    Assistance dogs travel free of charge and do not have to wear a muzzle on the train.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    DB’s Mobility Service can assist you with boarding, disembarking or changing trains. Also, staff are happy to answer any questions or assist with any queries to make your journey easier.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    You can take as much baggage as you like for free without making a reservation.

    Baggage items include briefcases, laptops, rucksacks, trolley bags or suitcases. You can also take pushchairs, folding bikes, scooters, skis and surfboards.

    Baggage should be stored under the seat or in the overhead baggage rack. The standard dimensions of baggage racks are 70 x 50 x 30 cm (27.5 x 19.6 x 11.8 inches). Larger items of baggage such as suitcases can be stored in the large baggage racks by the doors.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    You will find an extensive menu in the on-board restaurant, or you can grab a snack from the bistro carriage. If you opt for the latter, you can enjoy your food and drink in the bistro or take it back to your seat.

    If you upgrade to First Class, you will be served complimentary food and drink at your seat.

    Although the menu changes every three months, you will always find a wide variety of locally sourced food and drink, including a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Currently, free WiFi is available on certain IC trains. Deutsche Bahn are gradually installing free WiFi on all their IC trains.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    On IC trains, children under 5 years old travel free of charge and don’t need a ticket. Kids up to 14 years old travel for free if they are accompanied by a person who is at least 15 years old.

    On board, you will find family and children areas which are bookable.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    You need a bicycle ticket and reservation to take a bicycle on a IC train. The reservation for your bike is included in the price.

    Bike storage spaces are usually located in second class carriages. Please note that your seat and bike storage space might be located in different carriages.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    With IC, you can travel with your pet. If you have a small dog or pet, you do not need an extra ticket and they can travel for free in a transport box. If your dog or pet is bigger than the size of a house cat, you will need an additional ticket, which costs 50% less than a standard ticket. Dogs not traveling in a transport box must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.

    Assistance dogs travel free of charge and do not have to wear a muzzle on the train.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    Deutsche Bahn offer the Mobility Service, where staff will help you board, disembark or change trains. Staff will also answer any questions or assist with any queries to make your journey easier.

    LuggageLuggageWhat baggage limits are there?

    You can take as much baggage as you like for free without making a reservation.

    Baggage items include briefcases, laptops, rucksacks, trolley bags or suitcases. You can also take pushchairs, folding bikes, scooters, skis and surfboards.

    Baggage should be stored under the seat or in the overhead baggage rack. The standard dimensions of baggage racks are 70 x 50 x 30 cm (27.5 x 19.6 x 11.8 inches). Larger items of baggage such as suitcases can be stored in the large baggage racks by the doors.

    RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

    With EC, you can enjoy food and drink in the onboard restaurant, or you can grab a snack from the bistro carriage. If you opt for the latter, you can enjoy your food and drink in the bistro or take it back to your seat.

    In First Class, you will be served complimentary food and drink at your seat.

    DB trains offer a wide variety of locally sourced food and drink, including a range of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

    WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

    Deutsche Bahn are gradually installing free WiFi on all EC trains.

    ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

    When traveling with EC, children under 5 years old travel free of charge and don’t require a ticket. Also, children up to 14 years old travel for free if they are accompanied by a person who is at least 15 years old.

    On board most EC trains, you will find a family compartment or area suitable for families with babies and children up to the age of 3 years old.

    ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

    When traveling with EC, you need a bicycle ticket and a reservation to take a bicycle with you. The reservation for your bike is included in the price.

    Usually, bike storage spaces are located in second-class carriages. Please note that your seat and bike storage space might be located in different carriages.

    PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

    If you’re traveling on an EC train, you can take your pet with you. If you have a small dog or pet, you do not need an additional ticket and they can travel for free in a transport box. If your dog or pet is bigger than the size of a house cat, you will need an extra ticket, which costs 50% less than a standard ticket. Dogs not traveling in a transport box must be on a lead and wear a muzzle.

    Assistance dogs travel free of charge and do not have to wear a muzzle on the train.

    WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

    The Mobility Service can help you with boarding, disembarking and changing trains. In addition, staff are happy to answer any questions or assist with any queries to make your journey easier.

    How do I find cheap train tickets from Lugano to Vienna?

    If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

    1. Book in advance

    The price of train tickets from Lugano to Vienna starts at $90.84§ one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

    2. Be flexible with your travel times

    If you can, consider traveling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as lots of trains companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

    3. Buy a rail pass

    If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Eurail Passes that are valid for travel in one country or multiple countries across Europe.

    4. Choose a slower or connecting train

    On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

    5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals

    Many train companies in Europe will often run sales and offers on tickets throughout the year, so keep an eye out!

    For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

    §Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

    * Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.

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