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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Chiasso is to bus which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Chiasso is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs SFr 130 - SFr 170.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole and arriving at Chiasso, Stazione. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Lugano to Chiasso?

The distance between Lugano and Chiasso is 26 km. The road distance is 26.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Chiasso without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 12.

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

The train from Lugano to Chiasso takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Chiasso bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Chiasso train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Chiasso?

The best way to get from Lugano to Chiasso is to train which takes 24 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 2 - SFr 4 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Lugano to Chiasso bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lugano to Chiasso train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Chiasso?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Chiasso is 26 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Lugano to Chiasso.

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

Book your Lugano to Chiasso train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chiasso?

There are 4806+ hotels available in Chiasso.

Can I share a ride from Lugano to Chiasso?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lugano and Chiasso. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lugano to Chiasso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Chiasso by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Chiassotrain Re80 / ...
24 min
CHF 2–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole to Chiasso, Stazionebus Ev1 / ...
51 min
CHF 2–4
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lugano to Chiassorideshare 26 km
35 min
CHF 4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lugano to Chiassotaxi 26.2 km
21 min
CHF 130–170
Drive 26.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Chiassocar 26.2 km
21 min
CHF 5–7

Lugano to Chiasso by train

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Distance: 25.6 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Chiasso every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 9–12 and the journey takes 24 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole to Chiasso, Stazione 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 51 min. Gruppo Di Maio also services this route twice a week.

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