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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Carpi is to bus via Milan which costs €16 - €27 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Carpi is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Carpi?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Carpi. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Carpi via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio and Modena - Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Carpi?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Carpi. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Carpi via Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Lugano to Carpi?

The distance between Lugano and Carpi is 341 km. The road distance is 256 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Carpi without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 21m and costs €75 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Lugano to Carpi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Carpi bus from?

Lugano to Carpi bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Carpi train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Carpi?

The best way to get from Lugano to Carpi is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 21m and costs €75 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €40 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Lugano to Carpi bus arrive?

Lugano to Carpi bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio station.

Where does the Lugano to Carpi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Carpi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Carpi is 256 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Lugano to Carpi.

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

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Where can I stay near Carpi?

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Lugano to Carpi - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Carpi by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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 Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna centraletrain
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Carpitrain Fr
4h 21m
€80–127
Bus via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milanbus FlixBus 076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Modena - Autostazionebus
7h 28m
€17–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgiliobus
6h 33m
€24–36
Drive 256 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Carpicar 256 km
2h 41m
€45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modenatrain Ic
5h 31m
€52–112

Lugano to Carpi by train

7Weekly Trains

5h 31mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 341.3 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Carpi via Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio twice a week. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 4h.

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