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

The cheapest way to get from Capolago to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Capolago to Lugano is to train which takes 12 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 9.

Is there a direct bus between Capolago and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Capolago, Stazione and arriving at Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Capolago and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Capolago-Riva S. Vitale and arriving at Paradiso. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Capolago to Lugano?

The distance between Capolago and Lugano is 12 km. The road distance is 14.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Capolago to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 9.

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

The train from Capolago-Riva S. Vitale to Paradiso takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Capolago to Lugano bus from?

Capolago to Lugano bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Capolago, Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Capolago to Lugano train from?

Capolago to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Capolago-Riva S. Vitale station.

Train or bus from Capolago to Lugano?

The best way to get from Capolago to Lugano is to train which takes 12 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 3 - SFr 5 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Capolago to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Capolago to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Capolago to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Capolago to Lugano is 15 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Capolago to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Capolago to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Capolago 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 Capolago-Riva S. Vitale to ParadisoS10 / ...
12 min
CHF 2–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Capolago, Stazione to Lugano, Stazione/Via BasileaEv1 / ...
32 min
CHF 3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Capolago to Lugano14.7 km
15 min
CHF 80–100
Drive 14.7 km
1. Drive from Capolago to Lugano14.7 km
15 min
CHF 3–4

Capolago to Lugano by train

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Distance: 11.8 km
Duration: 12 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Capolago-Riva S. Vitale to Paradiso every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 8–9 and the journey takes 12 min. Trenord S.r.l. also services this route hourly. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Capolago, Stazione to Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 32 min.

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