What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera is to train and ferry which costs €21 - €29 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Gardone Riviera?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Gardone Riviera. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Lugano to Gardone Riviera?

The distance between Lugano and Gardone Riviera is 211 km. The road distance is 174 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Gardone Riviera without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs €75 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Gardone Riviera train from?

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

Where does the Lugano to Gardone Riviera train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Gardone Riviera?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Gardone Riviera is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Lugano to Gardone Riviera.

Where can I stay near Gardone Riviera?

There are 6783+ hotels available in Gardone Riviera.

Lugano to Gardone Riviera - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Lugano to Gardone Riviera by train (Trenitalia), train, ferry, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
3h 16m
€79–115
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
3. Take the ferry from Desenzano del Garda to Gardone Rivieraferry 16 / ...
7h 21m
€21–28
Drive 174 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Gardone Rivieracar 174 km
2h 30m
€32–46

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Distance: 210.6 km
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Gardone Riviera, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Gardone Riviera via Milano Centrale and Desenzano Garda-Sirm in around 3h 16m.

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