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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Milan is to rideshare which costs €4 - €6 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Milan is to drive which takes 59 min and costs €13 - €20.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Milan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Milano Centrale. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Lugano to Milan?

The distance between Lugano and Milan is 76 km. The road distance is 77.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Milan without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €6 - €8.

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

The train from Lugano to Milano Centrale takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Milan bus from?

Lugano to Milan bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Milan train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Milan?

The best way to get from Lugano to Milan is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs €6 - €8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €25 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Lugano to Milan bus arrive?

Lugano to Milan bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Lugano to Milan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Milan?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Milan is 77 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Lugano to Milan.

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

Book your Lugano to Milan train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lugano to Milan bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Milan?

There are 14311+ hotels available in Milan.

Can I share a ride from Lugano to Milan?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lugano and Milan. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Milan by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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
1h 15m
€6–8
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lugano to Milanrideshare 76.8 km
1h 14m
€4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus Itabus
1h 40m
€7–25
Train via Como S.Giovanni
1. Take the train from Lugano to Como S. Giovannitrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S11
1h 53m
€26–49
Drive 77.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Milancar 77.2 km
59 min
€14–20

Lugano to Milan by train

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Distance: 76.4 km
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Milano Centrale hourly. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Trenord also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano once daily. Tickets cost €7–25 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Two other operators also service this route.

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