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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Imperia is to train via Como Camerlata which costs €19 - €27 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Imperia is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Imperia?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Imperia. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Imperia via Genoa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Imperia?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Imperia. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Imperia via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Lugano to Imperia?

The distance between Lugano and Imperia is 318 km. The road distance is 309.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Imperia without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €45 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Lugano to Imperia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Imperia bus from?

Lugano to Imperia bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Imperia train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Imperia?

The best way to get from Lugano to Imperia is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs €45 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €45 and takes 6h.

Where does the Lugano to Imperia bus arrive?

Lugano to Imperia bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lugano to Imperia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Imperia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Imperia is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Lugano to Imperia.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Imperia?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Imperiatrain Ic
5h 31m
€46–112
Train via Como Camerlata
cheapest
1. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S11
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Imperiatrain Re 13
6h 52m
€20–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Genoa to Imperiabus FlixBus N739
6h
€30–44
Drive 309.7 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Imperiacar 309.7 km
3h 11m
€55–79

Lugano to Imperia by train

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Imperia.

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Distance: 318.2 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Imperia via Milano Centrale in around 5h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Imperia via Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop and Genoa in around 6h.

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