What is the cheapest way to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 60 and takes 10h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct train between Monte Carlo and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Monte Carlo to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Monaco-Monte-Carlo and arriving at Lugano via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

The distance between Monte Carlo and Lugano is 375 km. The road distance is 375.2 km.

How do I travel from Monte Carlo to Lugano without a car?

The best way to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monte Carlo to Lugano bus from?

Monte Carlo to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Where do I catch the Monte Carlo to Lugano train from?

Monte Carlo to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Train or bus from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

The best way to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus via Aéroport Terminal 2, which costs SFr 70 - SFr 110 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Monte Carlo to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Monte Carlo to Lugano train arrive?

Monte Carlo to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Monte Carlo to Lugano is 375 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Monte Carlo to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Monte Carlo to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Monte Carlo to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Monte Carlo and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Monte Carlo to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Portier and arriving at Lugano via Aéroport Terminal 2, Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Monte Carlo to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
7h 8m
CHF 59–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ventimiglia to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 406
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus FlixBus 421 / ...
10h 29m
CHF 34–58
Bus via Aéroport Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 56m
CHF 74–102
Drive 375.2 km
1. Drive from Monte Carlo to Luganocar 375.2 km
3h 55m
CHF 65–93

Monte Carlo to Lugano by train

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Distance: 375.1 km
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Monte Carlo, Monaco and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Monaco-Monte-Carlo to Lugano via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portier to Lugano via Aéroport Terminal 2, Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 8h 56m.

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