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

The cheapest way to get from Italy to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Italy to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Italy and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Italy to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Termini and arriving at Lugano Via Pian Scairolo via Roma Prenestina A1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Italy and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Italy to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Italy to Lugano?

The distance between Italy and Lugano is 653 km. The road distance is 647.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Italy to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Italy to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Italy to Lugano bus from?

Italy to Lugano bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Roma Prenestina A1 station.

Where do I catch the Italy to Lugano train from?

Italy to Lugano train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Italy to Lugano?

The best way to get from Italy to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Italy to Lugano bus arrive?

Italy to Lugano bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Lugano Via Pian Scairolo station.

Where does the Italy to Lugano train arrive?

Italy to Lugano train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Italy to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Italy to Lugano is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Italy to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Italy to Lugano?

Book your Italy to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7162+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain 9950 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h 50m
CHF 94–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma Prenestina A1 to Lugano Via Pian Scairolobus
7h 17m
CHF 76–118
Drive 647.4 km
1. Drive from Rome to Luganocar 647.4 km
6h 13m
CHF 108–156
Train via Rome Termini
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain Fr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
5h 1m
CHF 92–219
Train via Lugano
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain 9954 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
5h 55m
CHF 95–205

Italy to Lugano by train

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Distance: 652.7 km
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, Onebus operates a bus from Roma Prenestina A1 to Lugano Via Pian Scairolo once a week. Tickets cost CHF 75–110 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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