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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Lugano is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 120.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Heidelberg to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Post Waypoint and arriving at Lugano via Mannheim central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Lugano via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Lugano?

The distance between Heidelberg and Lugano is 523 km. The road distance is 506.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Heidelberg to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Lugano bus from?

Heidelberg to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mannheim central bus station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Lugano train from?

Heidelberg to Lugano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Lugano?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Lugano is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Heidelberg to Lugano train arrive?

Heidelberg to Lugano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Lugano is 506 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Heidelberg to Lugano.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Heidelberg to Lugano?

Book your Heidelberg to Lugano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Heidelberg to Lugano - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Heidelberg to Lugano by train, bus, night train, car, or plane

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 Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Basel SBB20 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuganoIc21 / ...
6h 56m
CHF 53–247
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mannheim central bus station to LuganoN474
9h 4m
CHF 44–61
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Heidelberg Hbf to Zuerich HbNj
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to LuganoIc2 / ...
6h 54m
CHF 76–316
Drive 506.4 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Lugano506.4 km
4h 50m
CHF 81–117
Train via Zurich
1. Take the train from Mannheim Hbf to Zürich HBNightjet
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to LuganoEcm
9h 22m
CHF 63–194
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)FRA - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lugano
5h 45m
CHF 131–315
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)STR - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lugano
5h 37m
CHF 157–356
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)FRA - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h 43m
CHF 83–199
Train to Frankfurt, fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)FRA - LIN
3. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
6h 52m
CHF 59–192
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)STR - LIN
3. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
6h 44m
CHF 120–293

Heidelberg to Lugano by train

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Distance: 522.7 km
Duration: 6h 56m

What companies run services between Heidelberg, Germany and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Lugano via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Basel SBB in around 6h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Mannheim central bus station to Lugano once daily. Tickets cost CHF 40–55 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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