What is the cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps?

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps is to drive which costs €70 - €110 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps?

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps is to fly and train and taxi which takes 4h 47m and costs €280 - €480.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Lugano Prealps?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Lugano Prealps. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Menaggio Piazza Roma via Milan Malpensa Airport T1 and Como San Giovanni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 42m.

How far is it from Geneva to Lugano Prealps?

The distance between Geneva and Lugano Prealps is 490 km. The road distance is 406.9 km.

How do I travel from Geneva to Lugano Prealps without a car?

The best way to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps without a car is to bus which takes 9h 42m and costs €130 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Lugano Prealps bus from?

Geneva to Lugano Prealps bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where does the Geneva to Lugano Prealps bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geneva to Lugano Prealps?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Lugano Prealps is 407 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Geneva to Lugano Prealps.

Where can I stay near Lugano Prealps?

There are 6824+ hotels available in Lugano Prealps.

Geneva to Lugano Prealps - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps by train, car, bus, plane, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Genève to Bellinzonatrain Ic
2. Drive from Bellinzona to Lugano Prealpscar
6h 37m
€138–201
Drive 406.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Geneva to Lugano Prealpscar 406.9 km
5h 25m
€74–106
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Milanbus
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport T1 to Como P.le S. Gottardobus
3. Take the bus from Como San Giovanni to Menaggio Piazza Romabus
9h 42m
€131–184
Fly to Zurich Airport, train, drive
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane GVA - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
3. Drive from Bellinzona to Lugano Prealpscar
4h 54m
€176–431
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train, taxi
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane GVA - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Bellano Tartavalle Termetrain
3. Take the taxi from Bellano Tartavalle Terme to Lugano Prealpstaxi
4h 47m
€283–478
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train, taxi
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane GVA - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bellano Tartavalle Termetrain
4. Take the taxi from Bellano Tartavalle Terme to Lugano Prealpstaxi
7h 4m
€213–404

Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) flights

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56 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Geneva to Lugano Prealps.

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Distance: 490.2 km
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Lugano Prealps, Italy?

You can take a bus from Geneva to Lugano Prealps via Milan, Milan Malpensa Airport T1, Como San Giovanni, and Menaggio Piazza Roma in around 9h 42m.

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