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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Valtellina is to train which costs €11 - €16 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Valtellina is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Valtellina?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Valtellina. However, there are services departing from Lugano, Stazione Nord and arriving at Sondrio FS via Tirano and Lovero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Valtellina?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Valtellina. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Sondrio via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Lugano to Valtellina?

The distance between Lugano and Valtellina is 91 km. The road distance is 94.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Valtellina without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 3h 12m and costs €13 - €20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Lugano to Valtellina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Valtellina bus from?

Lugano to Valtellina bus services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Lugano, Stazione Nord station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Valtellina train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Valtellina?

The best way to get from Lugano to Valtellina is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €11 - €16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Lugano to Valtellina bus arrive?

Lugano to Valtellina bus services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, arrive at Tirano, Stazione station.

Where does the Lugano to Valtellina train arrive?

Lugano to Valtellina train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Valtellina?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Valtellina is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Lugano to Valtellina.

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

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Where can I stay near Valtellina?

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Lugano to Valtellina - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Valtellina by bus, ferry, train, or car

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Bus, ferry, train
best
1. Take the bus from Castagnola, Posta to Menaggio - Via Como 9bus
2. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
3. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Sondriotrain Re8 / ...
3h 12m
€13–19
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Monzatrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Sondriotrain Re8 / ...
3h 44m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Tirano, Stazionebus Bex
4h 28m
Drive 94.4 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Valtellinacar 94.4 km
1h 44m
€17–24

Lugano to Valtellina by bus, ferry, train, and foot

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Distance: 91.3 km
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Valtellina via Monza and Sondrio in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, Rhätische Bahn operates a bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Tirano, Stazione once daily, and the journey takes 3h.

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