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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Colico is to train which costs €9 - €13 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Colico is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Colico?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Colico. However, there are services departing from Castagnola, Posta and arriving at Colico via Menaggio Piazza Roma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Colico?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Colico. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Colico via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Lugano to Colico?

The distance between Lugano and Colico is 54 km. The road distance is 60 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Colico without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 2h 29m and costs €10 - €15.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Lugano to Colico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Colico bus from?

Lugano to Colico bus services, operated by ASF Autolinee S.r.l., depart from Castagnola, Posta station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Colico train from?

Lugano to Colico train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Colico?

The best way to get from Lugano to Colico is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Lugano to Colico bus arrive?

Lugano to Colico bus services, operated by ASF Autolinee S.r.l., arrive at Menaggio Piazza Roma station.

Where does the Lugano to Colico train arrive?

Lugano to Colico train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Colico?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Colico is 60 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Lugano to Colico.

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

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Where can I stay near Colico?

There are 58+ hotels available in Colico.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Colico by bus, ferry, train, 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.

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Castagnola, Posta to Menaggio - Via Como 9bus C12
2. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Colicoferry Sr208
2h 29m
€10–15
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Monzatrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Colicotrain Re8 / ...
3h 18m
€9–13
Drive 60 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Colicocar 60 km
1h 13m
€11–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Castagnola, Posta to Menaggio Piazza Romabus C12
2. Take the bus from Menaggio Piazza Roma to Colicobus C110
2h 52m
€11–16
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cassarate, Monte Brè to Chiavenna, Stazionebus 631
2. Take the train from Chiavenna to Colicotrain R11 / ...
3h 6m
€11–14

Lugano to Colico by bus and ferry

13Weekly Services

2h 29mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lugano to Colico.

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Distance: 53.6 km
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Colico via Monza in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castagnola, Posta to Colico via Menaggio Piazza Roma in around 2h 52m.

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