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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz is to bus which costs SFr 15 - SFr 22 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Rotkreuz?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Rotkreuz. However, there are services departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Rotkreuz, Bahnhof Süd via Luzern, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Rotkreuz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Rotkreuz. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rotkreuz?

The distance between Lugano and Rotkreuz is 150 km. The road distance is 171.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160.

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

The train from Lugano to Rotkreuz takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rotkreuz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rotkreuz train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Rotkreuz?

The best way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 15 - SFr 22 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Lugano to Rotkreuz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lugano to Rotkreuz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Rotkreuz?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rotkreuz is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Lugano to Rotkreuz.

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

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Lugano to Rotkreuz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Rotkreuztrain Ic21 / ...
1h 26m
CHF 35–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 23m
CHF 15–22
Drive 171.3 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Rotkreuzcar 171.3 km
1h 58m
CHF 28–41
Train via Zug
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zugtrain Ic2 / ...
1h 48m
CHF 55–166
Train via Zug #2
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zug(Ch)train Ec
1h 50m
CHF 15–166

Lugano to Rotkreuz by train

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Rotkreuz 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 50–160 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Trenitalia EuroCity also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–17 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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