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

The cheapest way to get from Vernazza to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 18 - SFr 60 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vernazza to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Vernazza and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Vernazza to Lugano. However, there are services departing from La Spezia - Stazione FS Via Fiume and arriving at Lugano via La Spezia and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Vernazza and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Vernazza to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Vernazza and arriving at Lugano via Levanto and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Vernazza to Lugano?

The distance between Vernazza and Lugano is 285 km. The road distance is 307.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vernazza to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 5h 25m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Vernazza to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vernazza to Lugano bus from?

Vernazza to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from La Spezia station.

Where do I catch the Vernazza to Lugano train from?

Vernazza to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Levanto station.

Train or bus from Vernazza to Lugano?

The best way to get from Vernazza to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 5h 25m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Vernazza to Lugano bus arrive?

Vernazza to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Vernazza to Lugano train arrive?

Vernazza to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Vernazza to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Vernazza to Lugano is 307 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Vernazza to Lugano.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Vernazza to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Levanto to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
5h 25m
CHF 31–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Levanto to Como Camerlatatrain Re13
6h 10m
CHF 19–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from La Spezia to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 1500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
7h 47m
CHF 27–50
Drive 307.1 km
1. Drive from Vernazza to Luganocar 307.1 km
3h 35m
CHF 51–73

Vernazza to Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

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5h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.6 km
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Vernazza to Lugano via Levanto and Milano Centrale in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vernazza to Lugano via La Spezia Centrale, La Spezia - Stazione FS Via Fiume, La Spezia - Mazzetta, La Spezia, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 7h 47m.

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