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

The cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 29 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Interlaken to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Interlaken and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Interlaken to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Interlaken Sonnenhof and arriving at Lugano via Zürich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Interlaken and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Interlaken to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Interlaken Ost and arriving at Lugano via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Interlaken to Lugano?

The distance between Interlaken and Lugano is 232 km. The road distance is 186.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Interlaken to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Interlaken to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Interlaken to Lugano bus from?

Interlaken to Lugano bus services, operated by Shuttler, depart from Interlaken Sonnenhof station.

Where do I catch the Interlaken to Lugano train from?

Interlaken to Lugano train services, operated by Zentralbahn, depart from Interlaken Ost station.

Train or bus from Interlaken to Lugano?

The best way to get from Interlaken to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 55 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Interlaken to Lugano bus arrive?

Interlaken to Lugano bus services, operated by Shuttler, arrive at Zürich HB Schweizerhof station.

Where does the Interlaken to Lugano train arrive?

Interlaken to Lugano train services, operated by Zentralbahn, arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Interlaken to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Interlaken to Lugano is 186 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Interlaken to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Interlaken 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
best
1. Take the train from Interlaken Ost to Luzerntrain Lix / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
4h 31m
CHF 82–138
Drive 186.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Interlaken to Luganocar 186.2 km
2h 23m
CHF 29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meiringen, Bahnhof to Göschenen, Bahnhofbus 162
2. Take the train from Göschenen to Biascatrain
3. Take the train from Biasca to Luganotrain S10 / ...
5h 48m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interlaken Sonnenhof to Zürich HB Schweizerhofbus Shuttler L1 online shuttle
2. Take the bus from Zürich to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 52m
CHF 42–54

Interlaken to Lugano by train

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4h 31mAverage Duration

CHF 82Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Interlaken to Lugano.

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Distance: 231.8 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Interlaken Ost to Lugano via Luzern in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Interlaken Sonnenhof to Lugano via Zürich HB Schweizerhof and Zürich in around 5h 52m.

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