What is the cheapest way to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 60 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano is to fly and train which takes 3h 20m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190.

Is there a direct bus between Nice Airport (NCE) and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice Airport (NCE) station to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Nice Airport (NCE) and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Saint-Laurent-du-Var and arriving at Lugano via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

How far is it from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

The distance between Nice Airport (NCE) and Lugano is 621 km. The road distance is 396.3 km.

How do I travel from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano without a car?

The best way to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs SFr 30 - SFr 60.

How long does it take to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano bus from?

Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1.

Where do I catch the Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano train from?

Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano train services, operated by ZOU!, depart from Saint-Laurent-du-Var station.

Train or bus from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

The best way to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano is to bus which takes 7h and costs SFr 30 - SFr 60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 100 and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano bus arrive?

Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano train arrive?

Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano train services, operated by ZOU!, arrive at Ventimiglia station.

Can I drive from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano is 396 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Can I share a ride from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Nice Airport (NCE) and Lugano. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano by plane, train, bus, train (Trenitalia), rideshare, or car

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Fly to Zurich Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane NCE - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain
3h 53m
CHF 150–419
Bus
cheapest
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
7h
CHF 33–59
Train
1. Take the train from Saint-Laurent-du-Var to Ventimigliatrain C3
2. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
7h 27m
CHF 48–96
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Nice-NCE to Luganorideshare 396.3 km
4h 12m
Drive 396.3 km
1. Drive from Nice Airport (NCE) to Luganocar 396.3 km
4h 12m
CHF 65–94
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane NCE - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
3h 20m
CHF 62–182
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Basel (BSL)plane NCE - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain
5h 27m
CHF 66–422
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nice Airport to Turinbus 404
2. Take the bus from Turin to Milanbus 467 / ...
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Luganotrain S50
9h 37m
CHF 34–61

Nice Airport (NCE) to Lugano by bus

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Distance: 621.4 km
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Nice Airport (NCE), France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Saint-Laurent-du-Var to Lugano via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale in around 7h 27m.

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