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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Aarau is to bus and train which costs SFr 27 - SFr 45 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Aarau is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Aarau?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Aarau. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Aarau via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Lugano to Aarau?

The distance between Lugano and Aarau is 218 km. The road distance is 216.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Aarau without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Lugano to Aarau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Aarau train from?

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

Where does the Lugano to Aarau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Aarau is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Lugano to Aarau.

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

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

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Lugano to Aarau - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Aarau by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
2h 25m
CHF 66–103
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Zürichbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
3h 17m
CHF 27–44
Drive 216.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Aaraucar 216.8 km
2h 32m
CHF 42–61
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
2h 29m
CHF 52–100

Lugano to Aarau by train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Aarau, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lugano to Aarau via Zürich HB in around 2h 25m.

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