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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Garda is to train via Milan which costs €15 - €20 and takes 4h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Garda is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Garda. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Garda via Verona Stazione FS - B3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Lugano to Garda?

The distance between Lugano and Garda is 218 km. The road distance is 196 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Garda without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Lugano to Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Garda bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Garda?

The best way to get from Lugano to Garda is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Lugano to Garda bus arrive?

Lugano to Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Verona station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Garda is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Lugano to Garda.

Where can I stay near Garda?

There are 7126+ hotels available in Garda.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Garda 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 Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Peschiera Del Gardatrain Fr
4h 18m
€48–140
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re 80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Peschiera Del Gardatrain Re 6
4h 46m
€15–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Veronabus FlixBus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Verona Stazione FS - B3 to Gardabus 164 / ...
5h 43m
€21–37
Drive 196 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Gardacar 196 km
2h 38m
€34–49

Lugano to Garda by train and bus

102Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 217.7 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Garda, Veneto, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Garda via Milano Centrale, Peschiera Del Garda, and Peschiera - Bivio Stazione in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Garda via Verona and Verona Stazione FS - B3 in around 5h 43m.

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