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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Aprica is to train which costs €14 - €20 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Aprica is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Aprica?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Aprica. However, there are services departing from Lugano, Stazione Nord and arriving at Aprica - via Roma via Tirano, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Aprica?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Aprica. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Tresenda-Aprica-Teglio via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Lugano to Aprica?

The distance between Lugano and Aprica is 153 km. The road distance is 125.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Aprica without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Lugano to Aprica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Aprica bus from?

Lugano to Aprica bus services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Lugano, Stazione Nord station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Aprica train from?

Lugano to Aprica train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Aprica?

The best way to get from Lugano to Aprica is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €20 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Lugano to Aprica bus arrive?

Lugano to Aprica bus services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, arrive at Tirano, Stazione station.

Where does the Lugano to Aprica train arrive?

Lugano to Aprica train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Aprica?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Aprica is 126 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Lugano to Aprica.

Where can I stay near Aprica?

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There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Aprica by bus, train, car, or ferry

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Tirano, Stazionebus Bex
4h 40m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Monzatrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Tresenda-Aprica-Tegliotrain Re8
5h 25m
€14–20
Drive 125.7 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Apricacar 125.7 km
2h 18m
€22–32
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Castagnola, Posta to Menaggio - Via Como 9bus
2. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
3. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Sondriotrain Re8 / ...
4. Take the bus from Sondrio to Aprica San Pietrobus A41
4h 50m
€15–21

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Distance: 153.3 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Aprica, Italy?

Rhätische Bahn operates a bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Tirano, Stazione once daily, and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Aprica - via Roma via Monza, Tresenda-Aprica-Teglio, and Tresenda-Aprica-Teglio in around 5h 25m.

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