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

The cheapest way to get from Chiavari to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 14 - SFr 19 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiavari to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Chiavari and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiavari to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Chiavari and arriving at Lugano via Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chiavari and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Chiavari to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Chiavari and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Chiavari to Lugano?

The distance between Chiavari and Lugano is 253 km. The road distance is 244.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiavari to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 4h 28m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Chiavari to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiavari to Lugano bus from?

Chiavari to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chiavari station.

Where do I catch the Chiavari to Lugano train from?

Chiavari to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Chiavari station.

Train or bus from Chiavari to Lugano?

The best way to get from Chiavari to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 4h 28m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Chiavari to Lugano bus arrive?

Chiavari to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Chiavari to Lugano train arrive?

Chiavari to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Chiavari to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiavari to Lugano is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Chiavari to Lugano.

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

Book your Chiavari to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chiavari to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Chiavari to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Chiavari to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
4h 28m
CHF 44–108
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiavari to Como Camerlatatrain Re 13
4h 47m
CHF 14–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiavari to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 1514
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus FlixBus 076 / ...
5h 55m
CHF 22–36
Drive 244.3 km
1. Drive from Chiavari to Luganocar 244.3 km
2h 36m
CHF 38–55

Chiavari to Lugano by train

72Weekly Trains

4h 28mAverage Duration

CHF 44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiavari to Lugano.

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Distance: 252.8 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Chiavari, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chiavari to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiavari to Lugano via Milan in around 5h 55m.

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