What is the cheapest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore is to train which costs €29 - €60 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Cinque Terre and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from La Spezia - Stazione FS Via Fiume and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via La Spezia and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cinque Terre and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct train from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Corniglia and arriving at Laveno Mombello Lago via Levanto and Milano Bovisa Politecnico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Cinque Terre and Lake Maggiore is 288 km. The road distance is 305.1 km.

How do I travel from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs €29 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore bus from?

Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Spezia station.

Where do I catch the Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore train from?

Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Levanto station.

Train or bus from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs €29 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore is 305 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore.

How do I get a train ticket from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore?

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Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

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Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Levanto to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Bovisa Politecnico to Laveno Mombello Lagotrain Re1 / ...
6h 28m
€29–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Spezia to Milanbus N1508
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
8h 12m
€41–69
Drive 305.1 km
1. Drive from Cinque Terre to Stresacar 305.1 km
3h 25m
€48–69
Train via Locarno
1. Take the train from Levanto to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
6h 29m
€63–167

Cinque Terre to Lake Maggiore by train and bus

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Distance: 288.1 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Cinque Terre, Italy and Lake Maggiore, Italy?

You can take a train from Corniglia to Laveno Mombello Lago via Levanto, Milan Centrale, p.za luigi di savoia, via vare', and Milano Bovisa Politecnico in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Corniglia to Stresa - Imbarcadero via La Spezia Centrale, La Spezia - Stazione FS Via Fiume, La Spezia - Mazzetta, La Spezia, Milan, and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 in around 8h 12m.

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