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What is the best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Flights and Trains for the journey to Lugano from Frankfurt am Main. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
8h 50m
$47
$73
3
Flight
1h 15m
$177
$261
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Lugano from Frankfurt am Main?

You can get to Lugano with just $47 by taking a Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $67
tomorrow
from $62
Tuesday
from $63
Wednesday
from $47
Thursday
from $58
Friday
from $47
Saturday
from $67

    Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $80
  • Cheapest Flights today

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:50 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $230
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:45 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:40 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $62
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • Cheapest Flights tomorrow

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:30 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $178
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:15 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $178
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $550

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $76
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:40 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $229
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:50 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $258
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $258

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    10h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Bus Station
    10:45 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $47
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:40 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:15 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $90

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    10h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Bus Station
    10:45 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $47
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $101
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $177
  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:35 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $205
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $409

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:50 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $250
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $250
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $250

What are the fastest trips from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano?

You can get to Lugano from Frankfurt am Main in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Lufthansa. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 1h 15m
tomorrow
from 1h 15m
Tuesday
from 1h 15m
Wednesday
from 1h 15m
Thursday
from 8h 50m
Friday
from 1h 15m
Saturday
from 1h 15m

    Fastest Flights today

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:50 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $230
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:45 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:40 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $80

    Fastest Flights tomorrow

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    7:15 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    8:30 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $178
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:15 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $178
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $550
  • Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $62

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:25 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:40 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $229
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:50 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $258
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $258
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $63
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $76

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    4:25 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    5:40 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:15 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $256
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    10h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Bus Station
    10:45 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $47

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $90
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $58

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $177
  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:20 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:35 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $205
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $409
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $101
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    10h 15m
    0
    12:30 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Bus Station
    10:45 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    BlaBlaCar Bus
    Economy
    $47
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $55

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Lufthansa
    1h 15m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:50 AM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Lufthansa
    Economy
    from $250
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    1:55 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $250
  • Air Dolomiti
    1h 15m
    0
    8:50 PM
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:05 PM
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    Milan Malpensa Airport
    0
    Air Dolomiti
    Economy
    from $250
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    8h 50m
    0
    8:00 PM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    4:50 AM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $104
  • FlixBus
    11h 50m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Frankfurt am Main
    Central Station
    9:20 PM
    Lugano
    Via Ciani Bus Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $67
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

What are the most popular stations in Frankfurt am Main and Lugano?

In Frankfurt am Main, you will usually depart from Central Station, Stuttgarter Strasse Bus Stop or Central Bus Station, while in Lugano you will be arriving at Eni, Central station or Paradiso, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Lugano from Frankfurt am Main? With 4 connections between 2 Bus, Flight and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Frankfurt am Main and Lugano, you can pay as low as $47 with a Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Lufthansa: you will get to Lugano in just 1h 15m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Frankfurt am Main and Lugano are Air Dolomiti, FlixBus and Lufthansa, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Frankfurt am Main and Lugano is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Neu-Isenburg or to Collina d'Oro, and look at flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport, and landing at Lugano Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano?

The most popular companies between Frankfurt am Main and Lugano, are Air Dolomiti, FlixBus and Lufthansa. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and BlaBlaCar Bus

Airlines: Air Dolomiti and Lufthansa

All you need to know when you travel from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

How can I reach Lugano from Frankfurt am Main?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, Flight and Train, with which you can get to Lugano from Frankfurt am Main.

How far is Lugano from Frankfurt am Main?

The distance between Frankfurt am Main and Lugano is 284.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Frankfurt am Main and Lugano?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 78 kgs, and a flight 112 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano?

You can get to Lugano with just $47 by taking a Bus from BlaBlaCar Bus.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Lugano in just 1h 15m with a Flight from Lufthansa.

More routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Lugano

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Frankfurt am Main and to Lugano. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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