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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Arco is to bus via Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY) which costs €23 - €40 and takes 7h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Arco is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Arco?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Arco. However, there are services departing from Lugano Stazione and arriving at Arco. Foro Boario via Verona Porta Nuova and Rovereto. Staz. Fs. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Arco?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Arco. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Mori via Milano Centrale and Verona Porta Nuova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Lugano to Arco?

The distance between Lugano and Arco is 304 km. The road distance is 219.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Arco without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €100 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Lugano to Arco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Arco bus from?

Lugano to Arco bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Lugano Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Arco train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Arco?

The best way to get from Lugano to Arco is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs €100 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Lugano to Arco bus arrive?

Lugano to Arco bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Where does the Lugano to Arco train arrive?

Lugano to Arco train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Arco?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Arco is 219 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Lugano to Arco.

Where can I stay near Arco?

There are 3531+ hotels available in Arco.

Lugano to Arco - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lugano to Arco by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Moritrain Re
4h 27m
€100–236
Bus via Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Bergamobus FlixBus 024
2. Take the bus from Bergamo to Roveretobus 407
7h 33m
€23–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Stazione to Verona Porta Nuovabus
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Roveretobus TN Bus
6h 50m
Drive 219.3 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Arcocar 219.3 km
3h 21m
€39–56
Train, bus via Verona
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Roveretotrain Fr
4. Take the bus from Rovereto. Staz. Fs to Arco. Autostazionebus
5h 23m
€57–187
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Roveretotrain Fr
3. Take the bus from Rovereto. Staz. Fs to Arco. Foro Boariobus
6h 24m
€59–147

Lugano to Arco by train and bus

102Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 303.5 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Arco, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Arco via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, and Mori in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano Stazione to Arco. Foro Boario via Verona Porta Nuova, Rovereto, and Rovereto. Staz. Fs in around 6h 50m.

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