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

The cheapest way to get from Bolzano to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 29 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolzano to Lugano is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Bolzano and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolzano to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Bolzano South and arriving at Lugano via Verona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bolzano and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Bolzano to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Bolzano Bozen and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Bolzano to Lugano?

The distance between Bolzano and Lugano is 369 km. The road distance is 259.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bolzano to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Bolzano to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolzano to Lugano bus from?

Bolzano to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Where do I catch the Bolzano to Lugano train from?

Bolzano to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bolzano Bozen station.

Train or bus from Bolzano to Lugano?

The best way to get from Bolzano to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Bolzano to Lugano bus arrive?

Bolzano to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Verona station.

Where does the Bolzano to Lugano train arrive?

Bolzano to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Bolzano to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolzano to Lugano is 259 km. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Bolzano to Lugano.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bolzano to Lugano?

Book your Bolzano to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Bolzano to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolzano to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, shuttle, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
4h 51m
CHF 66–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Veronabus 486 / ...
2. Take the bus from Verona to Luganobus FlixBus 024
7h 10m
CHF 29–48
Drive 259.1 km
1. Drive from Bolzano to Luganocar 259.1 km
4h 37m
CHF 43–62
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Bolzano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain S50
6h 52m
CHF 146–199

Bolzano to Lugano by train

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 368.5 km
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Bolzano, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bolzano Bozen to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolzano South to Lugano via Verona in around 7h 10m.

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