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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Loano is to train which costs €17 - €24 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Loano is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Loano?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Loano. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Loano via Milan, SAVONA, Stazione FS Piazza Aldo Moro and Albenga Ospedale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Loano?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Loano. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Loano via Milano Centrale and Genova P.Za Principe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Lugano to Loano?

The distance between Lugano and Loano is 285 km. The road distance is 272.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Loano without a car is to train via Genoa which takes 5h 24m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Lugano to Loano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Loano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Loano train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Loano?

The best way to get from Lugano to Loano is to train via Genoa which takes 5h 24m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Lugano to Loano bus arrive?

Lugano to Loano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Lugano to Loano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Loano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Loano is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Lugano to Loano.

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

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Where can I stay near Loano?

There are 2756+ hotels available in Loano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Loano 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 Genoa
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova P.Za Principetrain Ic
3. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Loanotrain Re
5h 24m
€48–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus
2. Take the bus from Milan to Savonabus
3. Take the bus from SAVONA, Stazione FS Piazza Aldo Moro to Albenga Ospedalebus 70
6h 24m
€18–35
Drive 272.7 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Loanocar 272.7 km
2h 51m
€48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Gallaratetrain S50
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Loanotrain 3085
6h
€35–61
Train #2
1. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S11
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Loanotrain Re 13
6h 12m
€18–23

Lugano to Loano by train

86Weekly Trains

5h 24mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.4 km
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Loano via Milano Centrale and Genova P.Za Principe in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Loano via Milan, Savona, SAVONA, Stazione FS Piazza Aldo Moro, and Albenga Ospedale in around 6h 24m.

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