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

The cheapest way to get from Gargnano to Lugano is to ferry and train which costs SFr 20 - SFr 29 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gargnano to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

How far is it from Gargnano to Lugano?

The distance between Gargnano and Lugano is 222 km. The road distance is 187 km.

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

The best way to get from Gargnano to Lugano without a car is to taxi and train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Gargnano to Lugano, including transfers.

Can I drive from Gargnano to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Gargnano to Lugano is 187 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Gargnano to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7133+ hotels available in Lugano.

Gargnano to Lugano - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Gargnano to Lugano by taxi, train, car, or ferry

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Gargnano to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtaxi
2. Take the train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
3h 30m
CHF 97–177
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Gargnano to Desenzano del Gardaferry 5
2. Take the train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Centraletrain Re6
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
6h 35m
CHF 20–28
Drive 187 km
1. Drive from Gargnano to Luganocar 187 km
2h 45m
CHF 31–45

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Distance: 222 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Gargnano to Lugano. However, you can take the taxi to Desenzano Garda-Sirm, take the train to Milano Centrale, then take the train to Lugano. Alternatively, you can drive from Gargnano to Lugano in around 2h 45m.

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