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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Basilicata is to bus which costs €63 and takes 12h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Basilicata is to train and fly and bus which takes 6h 10m and costs €55 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Basilicata?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano Sud and arriving at Potenza, Terminal Bus. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 12h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Basilicata?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Basilicata. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Potenza Centrale via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Lugano to Basilicata?

The distance between Lugano and Basilicata is 1011 km. The road distance is 940.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Basilicata without a car is to train which takes 9h 2m and costs €110 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Lugano to Basilicata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Basilicata bus from?

Lugano to Basilicata bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Lugano Sud station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Basilicata train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Basilicata?

The best way to get from Lugano to Basilicata is to train which takes 9h 2m and costs €110 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €63 and takes 12h 43m.

Where does the Lugano to Basilicata bus arrive?

Lugano to Basilicata bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Potenza, Terminal Bus station.

Where does the Lugano to Basilicata train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Basilicata?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Basilicata is 941 km. It takes approximately 9h 7m to drive from Lugano to Basilicata.

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

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Where can I stay near Basilicata?

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Lugano to Basilicata - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Lugano to Basilicata by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Lugano to Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Potenza CentraleFr
9h 2m
€112–236
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)MXP - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteotti
6h 25m
€40–166
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Sud to Potenza, Terminal BusSenise
12h 43m
€63
Drive 940.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Potenza940.5 km
9h 7m
€161–233
Bus via Como San Giovanni
1. Take the bus from Como San Giovanni to Potenza
14h 6m
€63–94
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Monza
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)LIN - BRI
3. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteotti
6h 41m
€62–200
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Foggia Gino Lisa Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Foggia Gino Lisa Airport (FOG)MXP - FOG
3. Take the bus from Foggia to Melfi
6h 20m
€77–171
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Naples Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Naples Airport (NAP)MXP - NAP
3. Take the bus from Napoli - Capodichino Aeroporto to Lavello
7h 30m
€46–183
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bari Karol Wojtyła 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 Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport (BRI)BGY - BRI
4. Take the bus from Bari Airport to Matera piazza Matteotti
7h 9m
€76–252
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Salerno Costa D'Amalfi Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Salerno Costa D'Amalfi Airport (QSR)MXP - QSR
3. Take the bus from Salerno Airport to Potenza, Terminal Bus
6h 10m
€56–146

Lugano to Basilicata by train

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9h 2mAverage Duration

€112Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Basilicata.

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Distance: 1,011.3 km
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Basilicata, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Potenza Centrale via Milano Centrale in around 9h 2m. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Lugano Sud to Potenza, Terminal Bus 3 times a week. Tickets cost €63 and the journey takes 12h 43m.

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