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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Parma is to bus which costs €16 - €24 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Parma is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Parma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Parma. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Parma?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Parma. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Parma via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Lugano to Parma?

The distance between Lugano and Parma is 205 km. The road distance is 201.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Parma without a car is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs €16 - €24.

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

The bus from Lugano to Parma takes 3h 20m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Parma bus from?

Lugano to Parma bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Parma train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Parma?

The best way to get from Lugano to Parma is to bus which takes 3h 20m and costs €16 - €24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Lugano to Parma bus arrive?

Lugano to Parma bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Parma station.

Where does the Lugano to Parma train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Parma?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Parma is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Lugano to Parma.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Parma by bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lugano to Parmabus
3h 20m
€16–24
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Parmatrain Ic
3h 40m
€39–69
Drive 201.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Parmacar 201.5 km
2h 13m
€37–53
Bus via Como
1. Take the bus from Como to Parmabus 518
4h 47m
€19–40

Lugano to Parma by bus

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.3 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Parma twice a week. Tickets cost €16–24 and the journey takes 3h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Parma via Milano Centrale in around 3h 40m.

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