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

The cheapest way to get from Chur to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 11 - SFr 28 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chur to Lugano is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Chur and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Chur to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Chur and arriving at Lugano via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Chur to Lugano?

The distance between Chur and Lugano is 141 km. The road distance is 144.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chur to Lugano without a car is to bus which takes 2h 36m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Chur to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chur to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Chur to Lugano?

The best way to get from Chur to Lugano is to bus which takes 2h 36m and costs SFr 11 - SFr 28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 120 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Chur to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chur to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Chur to Lugano is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Chur to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

Chur to Lugano - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chur to Lugano by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
2h 36m
CHF 12–27
Train
1. Take the train from Chur to Zürich HBtrain Ic3 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ec / ...
3h 40m
CHF 63–114
Drive 144.6 km
1. Drive from Chur to Luganocar 144.6 km
1h 45m
CHF 23–33

Chur to Lugano by bus and train

92Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

CHF 12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 140.8 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Chur, Grisons, Switzerland and Lugano, Switzerland?

PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazione hourly. Tickets cost CHF 9–14 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chur to Lugano via Zürich HB in around 3h 40m.

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