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

The cheapest way to get from Erstfeld to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 19 - SFr 29 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Erstfeld to Lugano is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs SFr 19 - SFr 29.

Is there a direct train between Erstfeld and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Erstfeld to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Erstfeld and arriving at Lugano via Altdorf UR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Erstfeld to Lugano?

The distance between Erstfeld and Lugano is 116 km. The road distance is 122.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Erstfeld to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Erstfeld to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Erstfeld to Lugano train from?

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

Where does the Erstfeld to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Erstfeld to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Erstfeld to Lugano is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Erstfeld to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5387+ hotels available in Lugano.

Erstfeld to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Erstfeld to Lugano by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Altdorf UR to Luganotrain Ic2 / ...
1h 55m
CHF 40–82
Drive 122.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Erstfeld to Luganocar 122.3 km
1h 23m
CHF 20–29
Train via Bellinzona
1. Take the train from Erstfeld to Bellinzonatrain Ir26 / ...
1h 59m
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Erstfeld to Biascatrain Ir26 / ...
2. Take the train from Biasca to Luganotrain S10 / ...
2h 13m

Erstfeld to Lugano by train

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1h 55mAverage Duration

CHF 40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.6 km
Duration: 1h 55m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Altdorf UR to Lugano every 4 hours. Tickets cost CHF 30–65 and the journey takes 50 min.

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