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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Stresa is to line 201 ferry which costs €8 - €14 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Stresa is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Stresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Lugano and Stresa?

No, there is no direct ferry from Lugano to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Luino and arriving at Isola Bella via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Stresa?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Stresa via Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Lugano to Stresa?

The distance between Lugano and Stresa is 106 km. The road distance is 89.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Stresa without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 16m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Stresa bus from?

Lugano to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Stresa train from?

Lugano to Stresa train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Stresa?

The best way to get from Lugano to Stresa is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €19 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €10 - €70 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Lugano to Stresa bus arrive?

Lugano to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Lugano to Stresa train arrive?

Lugano to Stresa train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Gallarate station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Stresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Stresa is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Lugano to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 4057+ hotels available in Stresa.

Lugano to Stresa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 201 ferry, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Gallaratetrain S50 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gallarate to Stresabus Re4
3h 16m
Line 201 ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Luino to Isola Bellaferry 201
3h 59m
€9–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milanbus FlixBus N474
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
3h 30m
€19–28
Drive 89.3 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Stresacar 89.3 km
1h 20m
€16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Gallaratetrain S50 / ...
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Stresatrain Re
3h 29m
€11–66

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Distance: 106.2 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Lugano to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Milan and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Luino to Isola Bella once daily. Tickets cost €6–10 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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