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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Merligen is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Merligen is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Merligen?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Merligen. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Merligen, Beatus via Zürich HB Schweizerhof and Interlaken West, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Lugano to Merligen?

The distance between Lugano and Merligen is 320 km. The road distance is 198 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Merligen without a car is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Lugano to Merligen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Merligen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Merligen?

The best way to get from Lugano to Merligen is to train which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Lugano to Merligen bus arrive?

Lugano to Merligen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Merligen?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Merligen is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Lugano to Merligen.

Where can I stay near Merligen?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Merligen.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Merligen 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 OltenIc21 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to ThunIc6 / ...
4h 26m
CHF 59–143
Drive 198 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lugano to Merligen198 km
2h 32m
CHF 33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Zurich Bus Station401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zürich HB Schweizerhof to Interlaken Bahnhof WestShuttler L1 online shuttle
6h 37m
CHF 38–59
Train via Luthern
1. Take the train from Lugano to LuzernIc21 / ...
2. Take the train from Luzern to Interlaken OstLix / ...
5h 14m
CHF 74–132
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to MuelenenRe / ...
6h 58m
CHF 40–80

Lugano to Merligen by train and bus

74Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

CHF 59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.8 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Merligen, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lugano to Merligen, Beatus via Olten, Thun, and Thun, Bahnhof in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Merligen, Beatus via Zurich Bus Station, Zürich HB Schweizerhof, and Interlaken West, Bahnhof in around 6h 37m.

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