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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Lugano is to bus via Senigallia which costs SFr 50 - SFr 53 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Lugano is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 120.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ancona and arriving at Lugano. Services depart four times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ancona and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Ancona to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Ancona to Lugano?

The distance between Ancona and Lugano is 493 km. The road distance is 503 km.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Lugano without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 19m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Ancona to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Lugano bus from?

Ancona to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ancona station.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Ancona to Lugano?

The best way to get from Ancona to Lugano is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 19m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus via Senigallia, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 53 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Ancona to Lugano bus arrive?

Ancona to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Ancona to Lugano train arrive?

Ancona to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ancona to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Lugano is 503 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Ancona to Lugano.

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

Book your Ancona to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Ancona to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5810+ hotels available in Lugano.

Ancona to Lugano - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ancona to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, 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 via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
5h 19m
CHF 38–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Lugano421
8h 20m
CHF 29–90
Bus via Senigallia
1. Take the bus from Senigallia to Paradiso
8h 3m
CHF 51–52
Drive 503 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Lugano503 km
4h 50m
CHF 81–117
Fly Raffaello Sanzio Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)AOI - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
5h 11m
CHF 94–194
Train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoRe80 / ...
5h 41m
CHF 54–148
Train to Abruzzo Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Pescara Centrale
2. Fly from Abruzzo Airport (PSR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)PSR - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h 43m
CHF 42–197
Train to Fiumicino International Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Roma Termini
2. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)FCO - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
9h 3m
CHF 53–201

Ancona to Lugano by train

126Weekly Trains

5h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 492.6 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Ancona to Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Senigallia to Paradiso twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 47 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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