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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to CERN is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to CERN is to train and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and CERN?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to CERN. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via Zürich HB and Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Lugano to CERN?

The distance between Lugano and CERN is 458 km. The road distance is 325 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to CERN without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 6h 5m and costs €150 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Lugano to CERN, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to CERN train from?

Lugano to CERN train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to CERN?

The best way to get from Lugano to CERN is to train via Zurich which takes 6h 5m and costs €150 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Lugano to CERN train arrive?

Lugano to CERN train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Lugano to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to CERN is 325 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Lugano to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 1264+ hotels available in CERN.

Lugano to CERN - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Lugano to CERN 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 via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
6h 5m
€151–398
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milanbus FlixBus 076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Genevabus FlixBus 472 / ...
8h 33m
€38–75
Drive 325 km
1. Drive from Lugano to CERNcar 325 km
4h 57m
€58–83
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
4h 30m
€159–431
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Genevetrain Ec
7h 4m
€77–333
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MXP - GVA
3h 59m
€94–250

Lugano to CERN by train, tram, and foot

126Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

€151Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 457.7 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to CERN via Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to CERN via Milan, Geneva, Genève, Meyrin, Meyrin, gare, and Meyrin, CERN in around 8h 33m.

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