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 51m.

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 Fermata 22560 - ALBA and arriving at Lugano via Fermata 1393 - PIRANDELLO and Turin Stura. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

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 17m.

How far is it from Alba to Lugano?

The distance between Alba and Lugano is 284 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 17m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m 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 Granda Bus, depart from Fermata 22560 - ALBA station.

Where do I catch the Alba to Lugano train from?

Alba to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., 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 17m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Alba to Lugano bus arrive?

Alba to Lugano bus services, operated by Granda Bus, arrive at V.Della Repubblica N.34 Settimo Tor. station.

Where does the Alba to Lugano train arrive?

Alba to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., 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?

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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 17m
CHF 22–56
Train, bus
cheapest
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
5h 47m
CHF 21–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fermata 22560 - ALBA to V.Della Repubblica N.34 Settimo Tor.bus 2014
2. Take the bus from Turin Stura to Luganobus 470 / ...
5h 30m
Drive 200.7 km
1. Drive from Alba to Luganocar 200.7 km
2h 58m
CHF 33–47
Train via Novara
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 51m
CHF 21–28

Alba to Lugano by train

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4h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.3 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fermata 22560 - ALBA to Lugano via V.Della Repubblica N.34 Settimo Tor., Fermata 1393 - PIRANDELLO, and Turin Stura in around 5h 30m.

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