What is the cheapest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano is to train via Monza which costs SFr 17 - SFr 23 and takes 6h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 85.

Is there a direct train between Cinque Terre and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Cinque Terre to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Corniglia and arriving at Lugano via Levanto and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Cinque Terre to Lugano?

The distance between Cinque Terre and Lugano is 292 km. The road distance is 308.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 85.

How long does it take to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Cinque Terre to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cinque Terre to Lugano train from?

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

Where does the Cinque Terre to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cinque Terre to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Cinque Terre to Lugano is 308 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cinque Terre to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6205+ hotels available in Lugano.

Cinque Terre to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Levanto to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
6h 3m
CHF 44–82
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Levanto to Monzatrain Re13
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
6h 29m
CHF 17–23
Drive 308.1 km
1. Drive from Cinque Terre to Luganocar 308.1 km
3h 38m
CHF 59–86
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Monterosso to Luganotrain Ec
7h 2m
CHF 56–111

Cinque Terre to Lugano by train

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6h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291.7 km
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Cinque Terre, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Corniglia to Lugano via Levanto and Milano Centrale in around 6h 3m.

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