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

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Lugano is to train via Novara which costs SFr 21 - SFr 28 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alba to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Alba and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Alba - Autostazione and arriving at Lugano via Fermata 68 - MOLINETTE OVEST, Fermata 778 - VITTORIO EMANUELE II and Turin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Alba and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Alba to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Alba and arriving at Lugano via Torino Porta Susa and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Alba to Lugano?

The distance between Alba and Lugano is 283 km. The road distance is 200.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Alba to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Alba to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba to Lugano bus from?

Alba to Lugano bus services, operated by AUTOLINEE GIACHINO S.r.l., depart from Alba - Autostazione station.

Where do I catch the Alba to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Alba to Lugano?

The best way to get from Alba to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Alba to Lugano bus arrive?

Alba to Lugano bus services, operated by AUTOLINEE GIACHINO S.r.l., arrive at Torino - Piazza Carducci station.

Where does the Alba to Lugano train arrive?

Alba to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Torino Porta Susa station.

Can I drive from Alba to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba to Lugano is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Alba to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6242+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
4h 26m
CHF 46–104
Train via Novara
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Novaratrain
3. Take the train from Busto Arsizio Nord to Luganotrain
5h 55m
CHF 21–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba - Autostazione to Torino - Piazza Carduccibus 47
2. Take the bus from Turin to Luganobus 470 / ...
6h 42m
Drive 200.7 km
1. Drive from Alba to Luganocar 200.7 km
2h 58m
CHF 32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the bus from Turin Porta Susa to Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2bus
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Luganotrain
6h 25m
CHF 27–38

Alba to Lugano by train

96Weekly Trains

4h 26mAverage Duration

CHF 46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 283 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Alba, Piemonte, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Alba to Lugano via Torino Porta Susa and Milano Centrale in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alba - Autostazione to Lugano via Fermata 68 - MOLINETTE OVEST, Fermata 778 - VITTORIO EMANUELE II, Fermata 3286 - FERRUCCI, and Turin in around 6h 42m.

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