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

The cheapest way to get from Chiavari to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 55m.

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 60.

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 Pavia and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Chiavari to Lugano?

The distance between Chiavari and Lugano is 248 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 Pavia which takes 4h 12m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m 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 Pavia which takes 4h 12m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 30 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 Pavia 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?

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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?

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Chiavari to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 Pavia
best
1. Take the train from Chiavari to Paviatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h 12m
CHF 22–63
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiavari to Como Camerlatatrain Re13
4h 34m
CHF 16–51
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 17–30
Drive 244.3 km
1. Drive from Chiavari to Luganocar 244.3 km
2h 36m
CHF 40–58
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Chiavari to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h 55m
CHF 33–80

Chiavari to Lugano by train

157Weekly Trains

4h 12mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chiavari to Lugano.

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Distance: 248.4 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Chiavari to Lugano via Pavia and Milano Centrale in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiavari to Lugano via Milan in around 5h 55m.

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