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

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

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

No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Lugano via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano?

The distance between Lausanne and Lago di Lugano is 395 km. The road distance is 280.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 4h 46m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 410.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lausanne to Lago di Lugano train arrive?

Lausanne to Lago di Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Lago di Lugano is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lago di Lugano?

There are 6113+ hotels available in Lago di Lugano.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Lausanne to Lago di Lugano by train, bus, 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 / ...
4h 46m
CHF 128–402
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Milanbus FlixBus N1524
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Luganotrain S50
8h 35m
CHF 35–55
Drive 280.6 km
1. Drive from Lausanne to Luganocar 280.6 km
3h 53m
CHF 46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Locarnotrain Ic
5h 2m
CHF 122–408

Lausanne to Lago di Lugano by train

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Distance: 395 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Lausanne to Lugano via Zürich HB in around 4h 46m.

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