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

The cheapest way to get from Mestre to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mestre to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Mestre and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Mestre to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Mestre and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Venezia Mestre and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Mestre to Lugano?

The distance between Mestre and Lugano is 329 km. The road distance is 309.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mestre to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120.

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

The train from Venezia Mestre to Lugano takes 3h 58m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Mestre to Lugano bus from?

Mestre to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) station.

Where do I catch the Mestre to Lugano train from?

Mestre to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Venezia Mestre station.

Train or bus from Mestre to Lugano?

The best way to get from Mestre to Lugano is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Mestre to Lugano bus arrive?

Mestre to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Mestre to Lugano train arrive?

Mestre to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Mestre to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Mestre to Lugano is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Mestre to Lugano.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Mestre to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Luganotrain Ec
3h 58m
CHF 65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 402 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 15m
CHF 27–46
Drive 309.5 km
1. Drive from Mestre to Luganocar 309.5 km
3h 28m
CHF 51–73
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane VCE - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 47m
CHF 52–193
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Milano Centraletrain 8970 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h 3m
CHF 52–124
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane VCE - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain
6h 36m
CHF 88–257

Mestre to Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

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Distance: 329.2 km
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Venezia Mestre to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 65–120 and the journey takes 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione (Mestre Stazione - fermata ATVO) to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 5h 15m.

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