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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rijeka is to bus via Vicenza which costs €45 - €85 and takes 10h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rijeka is to drive which takes 5h 49m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Rijeka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Rijeka. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Lugano to Rijeka?

The distance between Lugano and Rijeka is 551 km. The road distance is 523.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rijeka without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 37m and costs €160 - €470.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Lugano to Rijeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rijeka bus from?

Lugano to Rijeka bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, depart from Lugano station.

Where does the Lugano to Rijeka bus arrive?

Lugano to Rijeka bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Rijeka station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Rijeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rijeka is 524 km. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Lugano to Rijeka.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lugano to Rijeka?

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Where can I stay near Rijeka?

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Lugano to Rijeka - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

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There are 6 ways to get from Lugano to Rijeka by train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Centraletrain Fr
4. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
7h 37m
€168–469
Bus via Vicenza
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Vicenzabus FlixBus 024
2. Take the bus from Vicenza to Rijeka bus stationbus 406
10h 55m
€49–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Rijekabus
8h
€110
Drive 523.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Rijekacar 523.8 km
5h 49m
€92–132
Train, fly, shuttle
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane ZRH - ZAG
3. Take a shuttle bus from Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport to Rijekashuttle
8h 57m
€337–851
Train, bus via Lugano
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Centraletrain Fr
4. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
8h 2m
€163–424

Lugano to Rijeka by bus

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Distance: 550.7 km
Duration: 7h 37m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Rijeka, Croatia?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Lugano to Rijeka once daily. Tickets cost €110 and the journey takes 8h.

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