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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Capolago is to drive which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Capolago is to train which takes 15 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 12.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Capolago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole and arriving at Capolago, Stazione. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Capolago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Capolago-Riva S. Vitale. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Lugano to Capolago?

The distance between Lugano and Capolago is 14 km. The road distance is 14.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Capolago without a car is to train which takes 15 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 12.

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

The train from Lugano to Capolago-Riva S. Vitale takes 15 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Capolago bus from?

Lugano to Capolago bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Capolago train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Capolago?

The best way to get from Lugano to Capolago is to train which takes 15 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Lugano to Capolago bus arrive?

Lugano to Capolago bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Capolago, Stazione station.

Where does the Lugano to Capolago train arrive?

Lugano to Capolago train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Capolago-Riva S. Vitale station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Capolago?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Capolago is 15 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Lugano to Capolago.

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

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Where can I stay near Capolago?

There are 5107+ hotels available in Capolago.

Lugano to Capolago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Capolago by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Lugano to Capolago-Riva S. VitaleS10 / ...
15 min
CHF 2–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole to Capolago, StazioneEv1 / ...
20 min
CHF 2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lugano to Capolago14.7 km
15 min
CHF 80–100
Drive 14.7 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Capolago14.7 km
15 min
CHF 3–4

Lugano to Capolago by train

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Distance: 14.1 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Capolago, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Capolago-Riva S. Vitale every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 7–12 and the journey takes 15 min. Trenord S.r.l. also services this route hourly. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole to Capolago, Stazione 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 2–4 and the journey takes 20 min.

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