How far is it from Lugano to Alps?

The distance between Lugano and Alps is 295 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Alps without a car is to bus and travel which takes 5h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Lugano to Alps, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Alps?

There are 4933+ hotels available in Alps.

Lugano to Alps - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Lugano to Alps by bus, unknown, 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.

Bus, travel
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Courmayeur479 / ...
3. Walk from Courmayeur to Alps
5h 16m
Train, travel
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig to MartignyIr / ...
3. Walk from Martigny to Alps
5h 22m
Train, bus, travel
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Take the bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Courmayeur
3. Walk from Courmayeur to Alps
5h 36m

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 294.8 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Alps, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

There is no direct connection from Lugano to Alps. However, you can take the bus to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, take the bus to Courmayeur, then travel to Alps. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Alps via Locarno, Locarno FART, Domodossola, Brig, and Martigny in around 5h 22m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.