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

The cheapest way to get from Vernazza to Lugano is to train via Monza which costs SFr 16 - SFr 24 and takes 6h 25m.

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 and arriving at Lugano via La Spezia and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

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 59m.

How far is it from Vernazza to Lugano?

The distance between Vernazza and Lugano is 289 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 which takes 5h 59m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m 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 which takes 5h 59m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 48m.

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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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Levanto to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
5h 59m
CHF 47–126
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Levanto to Monzatrain Re13
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
6h 25m
CHF 17–23
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 48m
CHF 25–44
Drive 307.1 km
1. Drive from Vernazza to Luganocar 307.1 km
3h 35m
CHF 51–74
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Monterosso to Luganotrain Ec
6h 58m
CHF 60–111

Vernazza to Lugano by train

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Distance: 288.6 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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 59m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vernazza to Lugano via La Spezia Centrale, La Spezia, Mazzetta, La Spezia, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 7h 48m.

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