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

The cheapest way to get from Avignon to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 28 - SFr 120 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Avignon to Lugano is to train and fly which takes 6h 6m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 310.

Is there a direct bus between Avignon and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Avignon station to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Avignon Le Pontet Bus Station and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Avignon and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Avignon to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Avignon Tgv and arriving at Lugano via Lyon Part Dieu and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Avignon to Lugano?

The distance between Avignon and Lugano is 748 km. The road distance is 522.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Avignon to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Avignon to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Lugano bus from?

Avignon to Lugano bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Avignon Le Pontet Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Avignon to Lugano train from?

Avignon to Lugano train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Avignon Tgv station.

Train or bus from Avignon to Lugano?

The best way to get from Avignon to Lugano is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 28 - SFr 120 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Avignon to Lugano bus arrive?

Avignon to Lugano bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Avignon to Lugano train arrive?

Avignon to Lugano train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Avignon to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Avignon to Lugano is 522 km. It takes approximately 7h 23m to drive from Avignon to Lugano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Avignon to Lugano - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Avignon to Lugano by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Avignon Tgv to Lyon Part DieuTgv
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
8h 16m
CHF 63–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Avignon Le Pontet Bus Station to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3602 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano076 / ...
11h 45m
CHF 29–115
Drive 522.3 km
1. Drive from Avignon to Lugano522.3 km
7h 23m
CHF 85–123
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)MRS - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h 23m
CHF 64–194
Train via Chambéry
1. Take the train from Avignon Centre to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
9h 11m
CHF 97–206
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Avignon to Geneva - Bus station
2. Take the train from Genève to LocarnoIc
11h 41m
CHF 85–195
Train to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Lyon-Saint Exupery Tgv
2. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)LYS - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h 6m
CHF 75–307
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MRS - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lugano
7h 5m
CHF 132–320
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Avignon Tgv to Aix En Provence Tgv
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)MRS - BGY
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
6h 31m
CHF 63–239

Avignon to Lugano by train

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8h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 747.6 km
Duration: 8h 16m

What companies run services between Avignon, France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Avignon Tgv to Lugano via Lyon Part Dieu and Milano Centrale in around 8h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avignon Le Pontet Bus Station to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 11h 45m.

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