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

The cheapest way to get from Bressanone to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 50 - SFr 75 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bressanone to Lugano is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct train between Bressanone and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Bressanone to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Bressanone Brixen and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Bressanone to Lugano?

The distance between Bressanone and Lugano is 404 km. The road distance is 302.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bressanone to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Bressanone to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bressanone to Lugano train from?

Bressanone to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bressanone Brixen station.

Where does the Bressanone to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bressanone to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bressanone to Lugano is 302 km. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Bressanone to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

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

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bressanone Brixen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
5h 16m
CHF 65–138
Drive 302.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bressanone to Luganocar 302.1 km
5h 6m
CHF 51–74
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Brixen to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain S50
7h 11m
CHF 154–209
Train via Verona (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Bressanone Brixen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Re
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
5h 39m
CHF 61–186

Bressanone to Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

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5h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 403.5 km
Duration: 5h 16m

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

You can take a train from Bressanone Brixen to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 5h 16m.

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