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

The cheapest way to get from Gstaad to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 40 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gstaad to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Gstaad and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Gstaad to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Gstaad and arriving at Lugano via Zweisimmen, Spiez and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Gstaad to Lugano?

The distance between Gstaad and Lugano is 382 km. The road distance is 251.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Gstaad to Lugano without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 6h 25m and costs SFr 90 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Gstaad to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gstaad to Lugano train from?

Gstaad to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Spiez station.

Where does the Gstaad to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gstaad to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Gstaad to Lugano is 252 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Gstaad to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Gstaad to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gstaad to Lugano by train, bus, or car

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 Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Spiez to Zürich HBtrain Ic81 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ic2 / ...
6h 25m
CHF 94–166
Drive 251.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Gstaad to Luganocar 251.8 km
3h 26m
CHF 41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Spiez to Berntrain Ic8 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to Oltentrain Ic6 / ...
3. Take the bus from Olten Gosgerstrasse to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus
6h 53m
Train
1. Take the train from Spiez to Domodossolatrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
6h 41m
CHF 43–115

Gstaad to Lugano by train

114Weekly Trains

6h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 382.5 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

You can take a train from Gstaad to Lugano via Zweisimmen, Spiez, and Zürich HB in around 6h 25m.

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