What is the cheapest way to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano is to ferry and train which costs SFr 19 - SFr 28 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Gardone Riviera and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Gardone Riviera to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Desenzano Garda-Sirm and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Gardone Riviera to Lugano?

The distance between Gardone Riviera and Lugano is 209 km. The road distance is 174.3 km.

How do I travel from Gardone Riviera to Lugano without a car?

The best way to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 160.

How long does it take to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gardone Riviera to Lugano train from?

Gardone Riviera to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Desenzano Garda-Sirm station.

Where does the Gardone Riviera to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gardone Riviera to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Gardone Riviera to Lugano is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Gardone Riviera to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7172+ hotels available in Lugano.

Gardone Riviera to Lugano - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and ferry

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There are 3 ways to get from Gardone Riviera to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), car, ferry, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
3h 14m
CHF 79–151
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Gardone Riviera to Desenzano del Gardaferry 5 / ...
2. Take the train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Centraletrain Re6
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
5h 11m
CHF 20–28
Drive 174.3 km
1. Drive from Gardone Riviera to Luganocar 174.3 km
2h 29m
CHF 29–42

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Distance: 209.3 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Gardone Riviera, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a vehicle from Gardone Riviera to Lugano via Desenzano Garda-Sirm and Milano Centrale in around 3h 14m.

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