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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Alba is to train via Novara which costs €24 - €40 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Alba is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Alba?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Alba. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Alba - Autostazione via Fermata 3287 - FERRUCCI, Fermata 778 - VITTORIO EMANUELE II and Torino - Piazza Carducci. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Alba?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Alba. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Alba via Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Lugano to Alba?

The distance between Lugano and Alba is 283 km. The road distance is 207.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Alba without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Lugano to Alba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Alba bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Alba train from?

Lugano to Alba train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Alba?

The best way to get from Lugano to Alba is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Lugano to Alba bus arrive?

Lugano to Alba bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Turin station.

Where does the Lugano to Alba train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Alba?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Alba is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Lugano to Alba.

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

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Where can I stay near Alba?

There are 1839+ hotels available in Alba.

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There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Alba by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta di Susatrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain Re
4h 48m
€49–75
Train via Novara
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Busto Arsizio Nordtrain S50
2. Take the train from Novara to Torino Porta Susatrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain Re
5h 38m
€24–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Turinbus FlixBus N76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Torino - Piazza Carducci to Alba - Autostazionebus 47
6h 9m
€26–38
Drive 207.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Albacar 207.2 km
2h 45m
€38–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T2train S50
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Turin Train Station Lingottobus
3. Take the train from Torino Lingotto to Albatrain Re
6h 22m
€37–58

Lugano to Alba by train

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Distance: 282.9 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Alba, Piemonte, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Alba via Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Susa in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Alba - Autostazione via Turin, Fermata 3287 - FERRUCCI, Fermata 778 - VITTORIO EMANUELE II, Fermata 739 - CARDUCCI, and Torino - Piazza Carducci in around 6h 9m.

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