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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to CERN is to train and bus which costs €40 - €100 and takes 8h 22m.

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 4h 1m and costs €80 - €260.

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 Lausanne and Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Lugano to CERN?

The distance between Lugano and CERN is 433 km. The road distance is 323.5 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 which takes 5h 32m and costs €90 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Where does the Lugano to CERN train arrive?

Lugano to CERN train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lausanne station.

Can I drive from Lugano to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to CERN is 324 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Lugano to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 1215+ 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), train, bus, car, 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 LausanneIc
2. Take the train from Lausanne to GenèveIr15 / ...
5h 32m
€90–179
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T2Trenord
2. Take the bus from Milan to GenevaN1524
8h 22m
€44–99
Drive 323.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to CERN323.5 km
4h 57m
€57–82
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)ZRH - GVA
5h 32m
€151–380
Train via Luthern
1. Take the train from Lugano to LuzernIc21 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to GenèveIr15
5h 48m
€103–200
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)MXP - GVA
4h 1m
€80–251

Lugano to CERN by train, tram, and foot

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 433.1 km
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to CERN via Lausanne, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 5h 32m.

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