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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Chiavari is to train via Milan which costs €23 - €50 and takes 4h 33m.

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 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 via Milan which takes 4h 33m and costs €23 - €50.

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 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 via Milan which takes 4h 33m and costs €23 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €65 and takes 5h 32m.

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?

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Where can I stay near Chiavari?

There are 3071+ 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 via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to ChiavariIc
4h 33m
€23–48
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Genoa798 / ...
5h 32m
€20–65
Drive 247.4 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Chiavari247.4 km
2h 42m
€43–63
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to S. Margherita Ligure-PortofinoEc
5h 43m
€102–187

Lugano to Chiavari by train

74Weekly Trains

4h 33mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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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, Genoa, Marittima/Principe Fs, Brignole Fs/, and Genova Brignole in around 5h 32m.

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