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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Kriens is to bus which costs SFr 13 - SFr 21 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Kriens is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs SFr 27 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Kriens?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Luzern, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Kriens?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Luzern via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Lugano to Kriens?

The distance between Lugano and Kriens is 163 km. The road distance is 166.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Kriens without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Lugano to Kriens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Kriens bus from?

Lugano to Kriens bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Kriens train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Kriens?

The best way to get from Lugano to Kriens is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 13 - SFr 21 and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Lugano to Kriens bus arrive?

Lugano to Kriens bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse station.

Where does the Lugano to Kriens train arrive?

Lugano to Kriens train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Kriens?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Kriens is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Lugano to Kriens.

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

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Where can I stay near Kriens?

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There are 3 ways to get from Lugano to Kriens by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
1h 53m
CHF 55–161
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
2h 45m
CHF 14–20
Drive 166.6 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Krienscar 166.6 km
1h 50m
CHF 28–40

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Distance: 162.9 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Luzern every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–160 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 11–17 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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