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 35 - SFr 70 and takes 11h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Italy to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 210.

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 SFr 95 - SFr 210.

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 train from?

Italy to Lugano train services, operated by ItaloTreno, 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 SFr 95 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 70 and takes 11h 47m.

Where does the Italy to Lugano train arrive?

Italy to Lugano train services, operated by ItaloTreno, 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 6258+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Italy to Lugano by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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 9950 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
4h 57m
CHF 96–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma to Luganobus Napoli / ...
11h 47m
CHF 36–66
Drive 647.3 km
1. Drive from Rome to Luganocar 647.3 km
6h 13m
CHF 103–148
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 94–214

Italy to Lugano by train

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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 to Lugano every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 35–65 and the journey takes 10h 40m.

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