What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 15 - SFr 55 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Santa Margherita Ligure and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from S.Margherita L.-Port and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano?

The distance between Santa Margherita Ligure and Lugano is 238 km. The road distance is 238.7 km.

How do I travel from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 4h and costs SFr 26 - SFr 55.

How long does it take to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano train from?

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from S.Margherita L.-Port station.

Where does the Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano train arrive?

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano is 239 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7256+ hotels available in Lugano.

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h
CHF 27–51
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from S.Margherita Ligure Portofino to Como Camerlatatrain Re13
4h 22m
CHF 16–51
Drive 238.7 km
1. Drive from Santa Margherita Ligure to Luganocar 238.7 km
2h 36m
CHF 39–56
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Luganotrain Ec
4h 27m
CHF 50–95

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

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Distance: 237.6 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h.

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