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

The cheapest way to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct bus between Dolceacqua and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Dolceacqua to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Dolceacqua and arriving at Lugano via Nervia bivio, Sanremo and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Dolceacqua and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Dolceacqua to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Ventimiglia and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Dolceacqua to Lugano?

The distance between Dolceacqua and Lugano is 363 km. The road distance is 359.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dolceacqua to Lugano bus from?

Dolceacqua to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sanremo station.

Where do I catch the Dolceacqua to Lugano train from?

Dolceacqua to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Train or bus from Dolceacqua to Lugano?

The best way to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Dolceacqua to Lugano bus arrive?

Dolceacqua to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Dolceacqua to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dolceacqua to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Dolceacqua to Lugano is 360 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Dolceacqua to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6942+ hotels available in Lugano.

Dolceacqua to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
7h 18m
CHF 40–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sanremo to Milanbus FlixBus N508
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 23m
CHF 28–47
Drive 359.9 km
1. Drive from Dolceacqua to Luganocar 359.9 km
3h 48m
CHF 61–87
Train via Bordighera (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Bordighera to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
7h 20m
CHF 40–70
Train via Lugano
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
7h 23m
CHF 52–88

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Map of how to get from Dolceacqua to Lugano.

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Distance: 362.5 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Dolceacqua to Lugano via Nervia bivio, Ventimiglia, Ventimiglia, and Milano Centrale in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolceacqua to Lugano via Nervia bivio, San Remo - Autostazione, Sanremo, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 8h 23m.

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