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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Arona is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Arona is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Arona?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Arona. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Arona - Stazione Ferroviaria via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Arona?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Arona. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Arona via Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Lugano to Arona?

The distance between Lugano and Arona is 82 km. The road distance is 65.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Arona without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Lugano to Arona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Arona bus from?

Lugano to Arona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Arona train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Arona?

The best way to get from Lugano to Arona is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs €7 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 35 bus, which costs €13 - €20 and takes 3h.

Where does the Lugano to Arona bus arrive?

Lugano to Arona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Lugano to Arona train arrive?

Lugano to Arona train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Gallarate station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Arona?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Arona is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Lugano to Arona.

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

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Where can I stay near Arona?

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Lugano to Arona - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 35 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Arona by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Gallaratetrain S50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gallarate to Aronabus Re4 / ...
2h
Train, bus via Varese, V. Veneto 9
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Varesetrain S50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Varese, V. Veneto 9 to Angera, Della Vittoria,Imbarcaderobus V120
2h 24m
€8–43
Drive 65.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Aronacar 65.2 km
1h 10m
€12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Gallaratetrain S50 / ...
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Aronatrain Re
2h 38m
€8–62
Bus, line 35 bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milanbus FlixBus N474
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Arona - Stazione Ferroviariabus 35
3h
€13–20

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Distance: 82.4 km
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Arona via Gallarate in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Arona - Stazione Ferroviaria via Milan and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 in around 3h.

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