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

The cheapest way to get from Lago di Garda to Lugano is to train via Milan which costs SFr 11 - SFr 16 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lago di Garda to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct train between Lago di Garda and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Peschiera Del Garda and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Lago di Garda to Lugano?

The distance between Lago di Garda and Lugano is 182 km. The road distance is 215 km.

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

The best way to get from Lago di Garda to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Lago di Garda to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lago di Garda to Lugano train from?

Lago di Garda to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Desenzano Garda-Sirm station.

Where does the Lago di Garda to Lugano train arrive?

Lago di Garda to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Lago di Garda to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lago di Garda to Lugano is 215 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Lago di Garda to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Lago di Garda to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7273+ hotels available in Lugano.

Lago di Garda to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lago di Garda to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
2h 38m
CHF 38–95
Train via Milan #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Centraletrain Re6
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
3h 23m
CHF 12–15
Drive 215 km
1. Drive from Riva del Garda to Luganocar 215 km
3h 13m
CHF 36–51
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Peschiera Del Garda to Luganotrain Ec
2h 40m
CHF 40–90

Lago di Garda to Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

180Weekly Trains

2h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.3 km
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 2h 38m.

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