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

The cheapest way to get from France to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 45 - SFr 75 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from France to Lugano is to fly and train which takes 5h 51m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 180.

Is there a direct bus between France and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from France to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Châtelet and arriving at Lugano via Paris and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 28m.

Is there a direct train between France and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from France to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Hôtel de Ville and arriving at Lugano via Paris Gare De Lyon and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from France to Lugano?

The distance between France and Lugano is 776 km. The road distance is 747.2 km.

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

The best way to get from France to Lugano without a car is to train via Basel which takes 8h 4m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from France to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Lugano bus from?

France to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Paris station.

Where do I catch the France to Lugano train from?

France to Lugano train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train or bus from France to Lugano?

The best way to get from France to Lugano is to train via Basel which takes 8h 4m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 120 and takes 15h 28m.

Where does the France to Lugano bus arrive?

France to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the France to Lugano train arrive?

France to Lugano train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from France to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Lugano is 747 km. It takes approximately 8h 27m to drive from France to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

France to Lugano - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from France to Lugano by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, train, or train (Trenitalia)

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 Basel
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbbtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
8h 4m
CHF 95–165
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane CDG - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 18m
CHF 41–147
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paris to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus N410 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
15h 28m
CHF 56–112
Drive 747.2 km
1. Drive from Paris to Luganocar 747.2 km
8h 27m
CHF 118–170
Train
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re 80
9h 49m
CHF 47–74
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane LYS - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
5h 51m
CHF 63–180
Fly Marseille Provence Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane MRS - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
5h 56m
CHF 56–173
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ORY - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 16m
CHF 44–166
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane ORY - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain
6h 33m
CHF 45–179

France to Lugano by subway and train

43Weekly Services

8h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 775.7 km
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a subway from Hôtel de Ville to Lugano via Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare De Lyon, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Châtelet to Lugano via Porte Maillot - Neuilly, Paris, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 15h 28m.

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