What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre is to bus which costs €18 - €75 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre?

The fastest way to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Lugano-Paradiso and Cinque Terre?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre. However, there are services departing from Paradiso and arriving at Corniglia via Milano Centrale and Levanto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre?

The distance between Lugano-Paradiso and Cinque Terre is 290 km. The road distance is 308.8 km.

How do I travel from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre without a car is to train via Milan which takes 5h 39m and costs €24 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre train from?

Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Paradiso station.

Train or bus from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre?

The best way to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre is to train via Milan which takes 5h 39m and costs €24 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €75 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre train arrive?

Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre is 309 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre.

Where can I stay near Cinque Terre?

There are 4206+ hotels available in Cinque Terre.

Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre 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 Milan
best
1. Take the train from Paradiso to Milano CentraleRe80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LevantoIc
5h 39m
€25–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to La Spezia1500 / ...
8h 37m
€18–73
Drive 308.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre308.8 km
3h 40m
€54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Sestri LevanteEc
8h 12m
€105–198

Lugano-Paradiso to Cinque Terre by train

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.7 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Lugano-Paradiso, Switzerland and Cinque Terre, Italy?

You can take a train from Paradiso to Corniglia via Milano Centrale and Levanto in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lugano-Paradiso to Corniglia via Lugano, Cassarina, Lugano, Gerra, Lugano, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, La Spezia - Instituto Cardarelli, La Spezia - Stazione FS, and La Spezia Centrale in around 8h 37m.

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