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

The cheapest way to get from Bern to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bern to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Bern and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Bern to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Bern and arriving at Lugano via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Bern to Lugano?

The distance between Bern and Lugano is 293 km. The road distance is 242 km.

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

The best way to get from Bern to Lugano without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 21m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Bern to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bern to Lugano train from?

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

Where does the Bern to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bern to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bern to Lugano is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Bern to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

Bern to Lugano - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Bern to Lugano by train or car

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Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bern to Zürich HBtrain Ic81 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ec / ...
3h 21m
CHF 70–126
Drive 242 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Bern to Luganocar 242 km
3h
CHF 38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Bern to Locarnotrain Ic
3h 42m
CHF 55–119

Bern to Lugano by train

167Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

CHF 70Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 293.4 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Bern to Lugano via Zürich HB in around 3h 21m.

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