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

The cheapest way to get from Balerna to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 3 - SFr 6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Balerna to Lugano is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs SFr 120 - SFr 160.

Is there a direct bus between Balerna and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balerna, Bellavista and arriving at Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Balerna and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Balerna and arriving at Lugano. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Balerna to Lugano?

The distance between Balerna and Lugano is 23 km. The road distance is 23.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Balerna to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 11.

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

The train from Balerna to Lugano takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Balerna to Lugano bus from?

Balerna to Lugano bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Balerna, Bellavista station.

Where do I catch the Balerna to Lugano train from?

Balerna to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Balerna station.

Train or bus from Balerna to Lugano?

The best way to get from Balerna to Lugano is to train which takes 27 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 47 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Balerna to Lugano bus arrive?

Balerna to Lugano bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea station.

Where does the Balerna to Lugano train arrive?

Balerna to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Balerna to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Balerna to Lugano is 24 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Balerna to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Balerna to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and line 2 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Balerna to Lugano by train, bus, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Balerna to LuganoS10 / ...
27 min
CHF 2–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Balerna, Bellavista to Lugano, Stazione/Via BasileaEv1 / ...
51 min
CHF 47
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balerna to Lugano23.9 km
20 min
CHF 120–160
Drive 23.9 km
1. Drive from Balerna to Lugano23.9 km
20 min
CHF 4–6
Line 2 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Balerna, Piazza to Mendrisio, Stazione2 / ...
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to ParadisoS10 / ...
33 min

Balerna to Lugano by train

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Distance: 22.9 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between Balerna, Switzerland and Lugano, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Balerna to Lugano hourly. Tickets cost CHF 9–11 and the journey takes 27 min. Trenord S.r.l. also services this route hourly. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Balerna, Bellavista to Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 51 min. Bartolini Turismo also services this route twice a week.

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