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 via Milan which costs SFr 19 - SFr 28 and takes 6h 39m.

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 25m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

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 Padova and Milan. 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, Bologna centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Este to Lugano?

The distance between Este and Lugano is 397 km. The road distance is 268.6 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 which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 Itabus S.p.A., depart from Padova station.

Where do I catch the Este to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Este to Lugano?

The best way to get from Este to Lugano is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 40 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Este to Lugano bus arrive?

Este to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Milano station.

Where does the Este to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Este to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Este to Lugano is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 25m 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?

There are 4725+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Este 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
best
1. Take the train from Monselice to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
5h 30m
CHF 40–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Padova to Milanobus Padova - Lione / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus FlixBus 076 / ...
8h 1m
CHF 19–39
Drive 268.6 km
1. Drive from Este to Luganocar 268.6 km
3h 25m
CHF 43–61
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Este to Padova Autostazionebus E009/E013-V / ...
2. Take the train from Padova to Luganotrain Ec
5h 42m
CHF 64–116
Bus, train via Milan
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
6h 39m
CHF 19–28

Este to Lugano by bus and foot

61Weekly Services

8h 1mAverage Duration

CHF 19Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 396.7 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Este to Lugano via Monselice, Bologna centrale, and Milano Centrale in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Este to Lugano via Padova Autostazione, Padova, and Milan in around 8h 1m.

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