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

The cheapest way to get from Chiasso to Lugano is to rideshare which costs SFr 2 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiasso to Lugano is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs SFr 140 - SFr 170.

Is there a direct bus between Chiasso and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chiasso, Stazione and arriving at Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chiasso and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chiasso and arriving at Lugano. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Chiasso to Lugano?

The distance between Chiasso and Lugano is 26 km. The road distance is 27 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiasso to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 55.

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

The train from Chiasso to Lugano takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Chiasso to Lugano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chiasso to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Chiasso to Lugano?

The best way to get from Chiasso to Lugano is to train which takes 24 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Chiasso to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chiasso to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chiasso to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiasso to Lugano is 27 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Chiasso to Lugano.

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

Book your Chiasso to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5809+ hotels available in Lugano.

Can I share a ride from Chiasso to Lugano?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Chiasso and Lugano. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Chiasso to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chiasso to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, 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 Chiasso to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
24 min
CHF 2–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiasso, Stazione to Lugano, Stazione/Via Basileabus Ev1 / ...
1h 1m
CHF 2–4
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Chiasso to Luganorideshare 27 km
36 min
CHF 2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chiasso to Luganotaxi 27 km
21 min
CHF 140–170
Drive 27 km
1. Drive from Chiasso to Luganocar 27 km
21 min
CHF 5–7

Chiasso to Lugano by train

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiasso to Lugano.

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Distance: 25.6 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Chiasso to Lugano every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 11–12 and the journey takes 24 min. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Chiasso, Stazione to Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Gruppo Di Maio also services this route twice a week.

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