How to travel from Lugano to Verbier, Switzerland

The distance between Lugano and Verbier is around 221km (137 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 25m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Lugano to Verbier by train, cablecar and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out VerbierLugano if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Domodossola and then to Martigny.

  • Duration4h 25m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    CHF 110($115)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

💰 Cheapest
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Train and Cablecar

Take the train to Mendrisio, Gallarate then Martigny and then to Le Châble VS then take the cable car to Verbier.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    CHF 110($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Verbier.

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Distance264km (164 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lugano and Verbier

There are several options for getting from Lugano to Verbier by train, cablecar and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the cable car which costs around CHF 110 ($110) and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately CHF 34 ($35).

The distance between Lugano and Verbier is around 221km (137 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 133km (83 miles)

It takes around 4hrs to get from Lugano and Verbier by train and cablecar. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lugano to Verbier is to drive which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx CHF 34 ($35).

The cheapest way to travel between Lugano and Verbier, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the cable car which will typically cost around CHF 110 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lugano and Verbier. It typically takes around 4h 25m and departs 5 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Lugano to Verbier. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Locarno, Domodossola, Martigny and Le Châble VS. These services run 5 times a week and will take a minimum of 4h 25m.

FART, Swiss Railways and Trenitalia EuroCity run train services between Lugano and Verbier. Trains depart 5 times a week and will take around 4h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lugano and Verbier. We recommend that you drive to Verbier. instead which will take 3h 25m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lugano to Verbier. We recommend that you take the train to Mendrisio, Gallarate then Martigny and then to Le Châble VS then take the cable car to Verbier. instead which will take 4hrs.

The closest major airport to Verbier is Geneva International Airport (GVA) (GVA) which is approximately 88km (55 miles) from Verbier. Zurich Airport (ZRH) (ZRH) and Altenrhein Airport (ACH) (ACH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Lugano and Verbier. The distance is around 264km (164 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lugano to Verbier is to take the train and then take the cable car which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around CHF 110 ($110).

How do I get from Lugano to Verbier

Compare travel optionsbetween Lugano and Verbier

Transport options from Lugano to Verbier
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
4h 25m
CHF 110($115)
5 times a week221km (137 miles)
Train and Cablecar
4hrs
CHF 110($110)
5 times a week275km (171 miles)
Drive
3h 25m
CHF 34($35)
on demand264km (164 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Lugano and Verbier

Train operators

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Airports near Verbier

The following major airports near Verbier offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Switzerland and internationally.

GVA
Geneva International Airport (GVA)
International Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Verbier
ZRH
Zurich Airport (ZRH)
International Airport
Distance
182km (113 miles) from Verbier
ACH
Altenrhein Airport (ACH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
235km (146 miles) from Verbier