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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Chiavari is to train via Monza which costs €16 - €21 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Chiavari is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Chiavari?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Chiavari. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Chiavari via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Chiavari?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Chiavari. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Chiavari via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Lugano to Chiavari?

The distance between Lugano and Chiavari is 253 km. The road distance is 247.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Chiavari without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €45 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Lugano to Chiavari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Chiavari bus from?

Lugano to Chiavari bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Chiavari train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Chiavari?

The best way to get from Lugano to Chiavari is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs €45 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €50 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Lugano to Chiavari bus arrive?

Lugano to Chiavari bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Lugano to Chiavari train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Chiavari?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Chiavari is 247 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Lugano to Chiavari.

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

Book your Lugano to Chiavari train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lugano to Chiavari?

Book your Lugano to Chiavari bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chiavari?

There are 3068+ hotels available in Chiavari.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Chiavari by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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 Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to ChiavariIc
4h 33m
€49–96
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to MonzaRe 80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to ChiavariRe 13
5h 59m
€16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Chiavari1514
5h 45m
€23–49
Drive 247.4 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Chiavari247.4 km
2h 42m
€43–62

Lugano to Chiavari by train

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4h 33mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Chiavari.

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Distance: 252.6 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Chiavari via Milano Centrale in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Chiavari via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 5h 45m.

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