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

The cheapest way to get from Trento to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trento to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Trento and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Trento to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Trento and arriving at Lugano via Verona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Trento and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Trento to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Trento and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Trento to Lugano?

The distance between Trento and Lugano is 313 km. The road distance is 268.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Trento to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Trento to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trento to Lugano bus from?

Trento to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Trento station.

Where do I catch the Trento to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Trento to Lugano?

The best way to get from Trento to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Trento to Lugano bus arrive?

Trento to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Verona station.

Where does the Trento to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Trento to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Trento to Lugano is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Trento to Lugano.

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

Book your Trento to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Trento to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Trento to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Trento to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
4h 17m
CHF 57–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trento to Veronabus FlixBus 488 / ...
2. Take the bus from Verona to Luganobus FlixBus 024
6h 40m
CHF 25–42
Drive 268.9 km
1. Drive from Trento to Luganocar 268.9 km
3h 17m
CHF 45–65
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Trento to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Re
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
5h 16m
CHF 31–66
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trento to Bergamoshuttle
2. Take the bus from Stazione Autolinee Bergamo to Como San Giovannibus C146
7h 54m
CHF 224–627

Trento to Lugano by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 313.5 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Trento to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trento to Lugano via Verona in around 6h 40m.

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