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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Genoa is to train which costs €13 - €19 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Genoa is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Genoa?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Genoa via Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Genoa?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Genova Brignole via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Lugano to Genoa?

The distance between Lugano and Genoa is 218 km. The road distance is 217 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Genoa without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €13 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Lugano to Genoa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Genoa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Genoa train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Genoa?

The best way to get from Lugano to Genoa is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs €13 - €26. Alternatively, you can train via Milan, which costs €45 - €140 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Lugano to Genoa bus arrive?

Lugano to Genoa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Lugano to Genoa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Genoa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Genoa is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Lugano to Genoa.

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

Book your Lugano to Genoa train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Genoa?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Genoa.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Genoa by bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milanbus FlixBus 076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Genoabus FlixBus N728 / ...
4h 20m
€14–25
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova Brignoletrain Ic
5h 8m
€47–136
Drive 217 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Genoacar 217 km
2h 25m
€38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Genova Brignoletrain Re 13
5h 22m
€14–18

Lugano to Genoa by bus

37Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

€14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.5 km
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Lugano to Genoa via Milan in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Genova Brignole via Milano Centrale in around 5h 8m.

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