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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Monaco is to bus which costs €20 - €70 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Monaco is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Monaco?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Villa paloma via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and Aéroport Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Monaco?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Monaco. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Monaco-Monte-Carlo via Milano Centrale and Ventimiglia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Lugano to Monaco?

The distance between Lugano and Monaco is 375 km. The road distance is 374.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Monaco without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs €29 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Lugano to Monaco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Monaco bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Monaco train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Monaco?

The best way to get from Lugano to Monaco is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs €29 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €70 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Lugano to Monaco bus arrive?

Lugano to Monaco bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Lugano to Monaco train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Monaco?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Monaco is 375 km. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Lugano to Monaco.

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

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Where can I stay near Monaco?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to VentimigliaIc
6h 51m
€29–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 9m
€20–70
Drive 374.6 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Monaco374.6 km
3h 48m
€68–98
Train via Genoa
1. Take the train from Lugano to Genova P. PrincipeEc
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to VentimigliaIc
8h 10m
€109–190

Lugano to Monaco by train

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6h 51mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 375.3 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Monaco?

You can take a train from Lugano to Monaco-Monte-Carlo via Milano Centrale and Ventimiglia in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Villa paloma via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and Aéroport Terminal 1 in around 8h 9m.

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