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

The cheapest way to get from Arco to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 17 - SFr 25 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arco to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Arco and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Arco to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Arco. Foro Boario and arriving at Lugano via Riva del Garda - Autostazione and Verona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Arco to Lugano?

The distance between Arco and Lugano is 268 km. The road distance is 218.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Arco to Lugano without a car is to bus and train via Castelnuovo del Garda which takes 5h 55m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Arco to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arco to Lugano bus from?

Arco to Lugano bus services, operated by Azienda Trasporti Verona Srl, depart from Riva del Garda - Autostazione station.

Train or bus from Arco to Lugano?

The best way to get from Arco to Lugano is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 17 - SFr 25 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Arco to Lugano bus arrive?

Arco to Lugano bus services, operated by Azienda Trasporti Verona Srl, arrive at Verona - Stazione FS station.

Can I drive from Arco to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Arco to Lugano is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Arco to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Arco to Lugano by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train via Castelnuovo del Garda
best
1. Take the bus from Riva del Garda - Autostazione to Peschiera del Gardabus 164
2. Take the train from Peschiera to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
5h 55m
CHF 63–103
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rovereto to Milano Porta Garibalditrain Re 6
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Como Camerlatatrain S11
7h 14m
CHF 18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riva del Garda - Autostazione to Verona - Stazione FSbus 164
2. Take the bus from Verona to Luganobus FlixBus 024
7h 25m
CHF 22–36
Drive 218.2 km
1. Drive from Arco to Luganocar 218.2 km
3h 22m
CHF 35–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Arco P. Foro Boario to Rovereto. Staz. Fsbus
2. Take the train from Rovereto to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
6h 4m
CHF 60–113

Arco to Lugano by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 267.9 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Arco, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Arco. Foro Boario to Lugano via Riva del Garda - Autostazione, Verona - Stazione FS, and Verona in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arco P. Foro Boario to Lugano via Rovereto. Staz. Fs, Rovereto, Milano Porta Garibaldi, and Como Camerlata in around 7h 14m.

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