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

The cheapest way to get from Garda to Lugano is to train via Milan which costs SFr 14 - SFr 20 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Garda to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Garda and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Garda to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Garda and arriving at Lugano via Verona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Garda and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Garda to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Peschiera Del Garda and arriving at Lugano via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Garda to Lugano?

The distance between Garda and Lugano is 214 km. The road distance is 198 km.

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

The best way to get from Garda to Lugano without a car is to line 164 bus and train which takes 4h 4m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Garda to Lugano bus from?

Garda to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Verona station.

Where do I catch the Garda to Lugano train from?

Garda to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Peschiera Del Garda station.

Train or bus from Garda to Lugano?

The best way to get from Garda to Lugano is to bus which takes 6h 23m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 90 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Garda to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Garda to Lugano train arrive?

Garda to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Garda to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Garda to Lugano is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Garda to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6916+ hotels available in Lugano.

Garda to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 164 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Garda to Peschiera - Bivio Stazionebus 164
2. Take the train from Peschiera Del Garda to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h 4m
CHF 39–138
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peschiera Del Garda to Milano Centraletrain Re6
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
4h 49m
CHF 14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verona to Luganobus FlixBus 024
6h 23m
CHF 21–32
Drive 198 km
1. Drive from Garda to Luganocar 198 km
2h 41m
CHF 34–48
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Peschiera Del Garda to Luganotrain Ec
4h 15m
CHF 42–88

Garda to Lugano by bus and train

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Distance: 214.2 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Garda, Veneto, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Verona to Lugano 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 18–28 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Peschiera Del Garda to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 40–85 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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