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

The cheapest way to get from Italy to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 17 - SFr 65 and takes 12h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Italy to Lugano is to train via Rome Termini which takes 5h and costs SFr 65 - SFr 150.

Is there a direct bus between Italy and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Italy to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Termini and arriving at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani via Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Italy and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Italy to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Italy to Lugano?

The distance between Italy and Lugano is 657 km. The road distance is 647.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Italy to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Italy to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Italy to Lugano bus from?

Italy to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Italy to Lugano train from?

Italy to Lugano train services, operated by Italo, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Italy to Lugano?

The best way to get from Italy to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 17 - SFr 65 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Italy to Lugano bus arrive?

Italy to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where does the Italy to Lugano train arrive?

Italy to Lugano train services, operated by Italo, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Italy to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Italy to Lugano is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Italy to Lugano.

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

Book your Italy to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6297+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Italy to Lugano by train (Italo), bus, car, train (Trenitalia), 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
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain 9980 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
4h 57m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus Itabus
12h 8m
CHF 17–61
Drive 647.3 km
1. Drive from Rome to Luganocar 647.3 km
6h 13m
CHF 102–146
Train via Rome Termini
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain Fr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
5h
CHF 70–148
Train via Florence
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novellatrain
2. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
6h 7m
CHF 74–166

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 657 km
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once daily. Tickets cost CHF 16–55 and the journey takes 10h 55m.

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