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

The cheapest way to get from Imperia to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 17 - SFr 24 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Imperia to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Imperia and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Imperia to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Imperia and arriving at Lugano via Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Imperia and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Imperia to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Imperia and arriving at Lugano via Genova P.Za Principe and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Imperia to Lugano?

The distance between Imperia and Lugano is 318 km. The road distance is 311.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Imperia to Lugano without a car is to train via Genoa which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Imperia to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imperia to Lugano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Imperia to Lugano train from?

Imperia to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Imperia station.

Train or bus from Imperia to Lugano?

The best way to get from Imperia to Lugano is to train via Genoa which takes 5h 30m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 55 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Imperia to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Imperia to Lugano train arrive?

Imperia to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Genova P.Za Principe station.

Can I drive from Imperia to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Imperia to Lugano is 312 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Imperia to Lugano.

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

Book your Imperia to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Imperia to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Imperia 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 via Genoa
best
1. Take the train from Imperia to Genova P.Za Principetrain Ic
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Milano Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
5h 30m
CHF 50–99
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Imperia to Milano Porta Garibalditrain Re 13
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Como Camerlatatrain S11
6h 19m
CHF 17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Imperia to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 406
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus FlixBus 076 / ...
6h 50m
CHF 28–53
Drive 311.8 km
1. Drive from Imperia to Luganocar 311.8 km
3h 14m
CHF 49–71
Train #2
1. Take the train from Imperia to Gallaratetrain 3087
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Luganotrain S50
7h 3m
CHF 19–28

Imperia to Lugano by train

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Distance: 318.1 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Imperia to Lugano via Genova P.Za Principe and Milano Centrale in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Imperia to Lugano via Milan in around 6h 50m.

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