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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Alba Iulia is to train and bus which costs $75 - $110 and takes 23h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Alba Iulia is to train and fly and bus which takes 8h 21m and costs $100 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Alba Iulia?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Alba Iulia. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Alba Iulia via Sebeş. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Alba Iulia?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Alba Iulia. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Alba Iulia via Zürich HB, Feldkirch and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 42m.

How far is it from Lugano to Alba Iulia?

The distance between Lugano and Alba Iulia is 1317 km. The road distance is 1365.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Alba Iulia without a car is to bus which takes 18h 51m and costs $65 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Lugano to Alba Iulia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Alba Iulia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Alba Iulia train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Alba Iulia?

The best way to get from Lugano to Alba Iulia is to bus which takes 18h 51m and costs $65 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $290 - $650 and takes 24h 42m.

Where does the Lugano to Alba Iulia bus arrive?

Lugano to Alba Iulia bus services, operated by Transmarian, arrive at Sebes station.

What is the time difference between Lugano and Alba Iulia?

Alba Iulia is 1h ahead of Lugano. It is currently 9:40 AM in Lugano and 10:40 AM in Alba Iulia.

Where does the Lugano to Alba Iulia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Alba Iulia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Alba Iulia is 1366 km. It takes approximately 15h 15m to drive from Lugano to Alba Iulia.

Where can I stay near Alba Iulia?

There are 296+ hotels available in Alba Iulia.

Lugano to Alba Iulia - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Lugano to Alba Iulia by train, bus, plane, car, or car 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, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Cluj-Napoca, bus
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)BGY - CLJ
4. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Alba Iulia
9h
$47–369
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Sebes
18h 51m
$69–111
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBEc / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to FeldkirchRjx
3. Take the train from Feldkirch to Wien HbfRjx
4. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Alba Iulia347
24h 42m
$291–615
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Lugano to München Ost
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Salzburg Hbf
3. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Alba Iulia
14h 38m
$374–532
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Cluj-Napoca, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Cluj-Napoca (CLJ)MXP - CLJ
3. Take the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Alba Iulia
8h 21m
$107–259
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Sibiu, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Sibiu (SBZ)MXP - SBZ
3. Take the bus from Sibiu to Alba Iulia
11h 45m
$65–309
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR)BGY - TSR
4. Take the bus from Timisoara Airport to Alba Iulia
9h 57m
$98–404
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Sibiu, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Monza
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Sibiu (SBZ)LIN - SBZ
3. Take the bus from Sibiu to Alba Iulia
11h 46m
$191–363
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Sibiu, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Sibiu (SBZ)BGY - SBZ
4. Take the bus from Sibiu to Alba Iulia
9h 48m
$75–379
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleEc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to BresciaR4
3. Take the bus from Bresica to Alba Iulia
23h 22m
$79–104
Drive 1,365.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Alba Iulia1,365.8 km
15h 15m
$276–398

Lugano to Alba Iulia by train

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24h 42mAverage Duration

$291Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,317.5 km
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Alba Iulia, Romania?

Transmarian operates a bus from Lugano to Sebes 3 times a week. Tickets cost $65–110 and the journey takes 18h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Alba Iulia via Zürich HB, Feldkirch, and Wien Hbf in around 24h 42m.

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