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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 11 - SFr 17 and takes 4h 2m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Parma and arriving at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parma and arriving at Lugano. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Parma to Lugano?

The distance between Parma and Lugano is 199 km. The road distance is 202.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 2h 46m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Parma to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Lugano bus from?

Parma to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Parma station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Parma to Lugano?

The best way to get from Parma to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 2h 46m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 10 - SFr 22 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Parma to Lugano bus arrive?

Parma to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where does the Parma to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parma to Lugano?

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

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Parma to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

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Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
2h 46m
CHF 38–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus 36
3h 43m
CHF 10–22
Drive 202.9 km
1. Drive from Parma to Luganocar 202.9 km
2h 14m
CHF 34–49
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Parma to Luganotrain Ec
3h 1m
CHF 45–90
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parma, Terminal Bus to Monza Via P. Borsellino e G. Falconebus
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
4h 2m
CHF 12–16

Parma to Lugano by train

108Weekly Trains

2h 46mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Parma to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Parma to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once daily. Tickets cost CHF 10–21 and the journey takes 3h 43m. Gruppo Di Maio also services this route twice a week.

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