What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Lake Geneva region and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Geneva region to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Villeneuve VD and arriving at Lugano via Lausanne and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Lake Geneva region to Lugano?

The distance between Lake Geneva region and Lugano is 425 km. The road distance is 250.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 5h 45m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 460.

How long does it take to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Geneva region to Lugano train from?

Lake Geneva region to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lausanne station.

Where does the Lake Geneva region to Lugano train arrive?

Lake Geneva region to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lake Geneva region to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Geneva region to Lugano is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Lake Geneva region to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7286+ hotels available in Lugano.

Lake Geneva region to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Geneva region to Lugano by train or car

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Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ec / ...
5h 45m
CHF 141–454
Drive 250.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lake Geneva region to Luganocar 250.8 km
3h 34m
CHF 41–60
Train
1. Take the train from Montreux to Domodossolatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno Farttrain Re / ...
5h 55m
CHF 65–228
Train #2
1. Take the train from Vouvry to Brigtrain R91
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno Farttrain Re / ...
7h 22m
CHF 52–137

Lake Geneva region to Lugano by bus and train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 424.9 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Lake Geneva region, Switzerland and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Villeneuve VD, Eau-Froide to Lugano via Villeneuve VD, gare, Villeneuve VD, Lausanne, and Zürich HB in around 5h 45m.

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