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

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Lugano is to train and bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 31m.

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 56m 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 739 - CARDUCCI, Turin Train Station Lingotto and Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

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 3h 46m.

How far is it from Alba to Lugano?

The distance between Alba and Lugano is 280 km. The road distance is 201.8 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 3h 46m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m 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 3h 46m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 75 and takes 7h 6m.

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 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Alba to Lugano.

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

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Alba to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 Ec
3h 46m
CHF 45–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alba - Autostazione to Torino - Piazza Carduccibus 47
2. Take the bus from Turin Train Station Lingotto to Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2bus
3. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus
7h 6m
CHF 22–73
Drive 201.8 km
1. Drive from Alba to Luganocar 201.8 km
2h 56m
CHF 33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the bus from Torino Porta Susa to Milan Malpensa Airportbus 020
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Luganotrain S50
6h 31m
CHF 22–41

Alba to Lugano by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.1 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alba - Autostazione to Lugano via Torino - Piazza Carducci, Fermata 739 - CARDUCCI, Fermata 2604 - STAZIONE LINGOTTO, Turin Train Station Lingotto, Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2, and Milan in around 7h 6m.

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