What is the cheapest way to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano is to bus via Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani which costs SFr 14 - SFr 27 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Lago di Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parma and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Lago di Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parma and arriving at Lugano. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

The distance between Parma and Lago di Lugano is 195 km. The road distance is 202.9 km.

How do I travel from Parma to Lago di Lugano without a car?

The best way to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 100.

How long does it take to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Lago di Lugano bus from?

Parma to Lago di Lugano bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Parma station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Lago di Lugano train from?

Parma to Lago di Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

The best way to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 15 - SFr 22 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Parma to Lago di Lugano bus arrive?

Parma to Lago di Lugano bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Parma to Lago di Lugano train arrive?

Parma to Lago di Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Lago di Lugano is 203 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Parma to Lago di Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Parma to Lago di Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lago di Lugano?

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Parma to Lago di Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Parma to Lago di Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
2h 41m
CHF 34–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Luganobus
3h 30m
CHF 15–22
Drive 202.9 km
1. Drive from Parma to Luganocar 202.9 km
2h 14m
CHF 34–48
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Parma to Luganotrain Ec
3h 18m
CHF 40–90
Bus via Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani
1. Take the bus from Parma to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus 36
3h 54m
CHF 15–26

Parma to Lago di Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

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2h 41mAverage Duration

CHF 34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195 km
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Parma, Italy and Lago di Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Parma to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 2h 41m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Parma to Lugano twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 15–22 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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