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

The cheapest way to get from Este to Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 19 - SFr 28 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Este to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct bus between Este and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Este to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Este and arriving at Lugano via Padua and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Este and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Este to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Este and arriving at Lugano via Monselice, Padova and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Este to Lugano?

The distance between Este and Lugano is 332 km. The road distance is 270.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Este to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 4h 52m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Este to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Este to Lugano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Este to Lugano train from?

Este to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Padova station.

Train or bus from Este to Lugano?

The best way to get from Este to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 4h 52m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 45 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Este to Lugano bus arrive?

Este to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Este to Lugano train arrive?

Este to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Este to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Este to Lugano is 270 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Este to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Este to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Padova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Ec
4h 52m
CHF 53–161
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Legnago to Verona - Stazione FSbus 144 / ...
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain Re6
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
7h 13m
CHF 19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Padua to Milanbus FlixBus N405 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 1m
CHF 20–43
Drive 270.4 km
1. Drive from Este to Luganocar 270.4 km
3h 24m
CHF 46–66
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Legnago to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Re
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Luganotrain Ec
5h 56m
CHF 53–102

Este to Lugano by train (Trenitalia)

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4h 52mAverage Duration

CHF 53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 331.6 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Este to Lugano via Monselice, Padova, and Milano Centrale in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Este to Lugano via Padova Autostazione, Padua, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 8h 1m.

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