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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Novara is to train which costs €6 - €9 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Novara is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs €15 - €23.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Novara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Novara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Novara?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Novara. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Novara Nord via Busto Arsizio Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Lugano to Novara?

The distance between Lugano and Novara is 102 km. The road distance is 88.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Novara without a car is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs €7 - €12.

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

The bus from Lugano to Novara takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Novara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Novara train from?

Lugano to Novara train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Novara?

The best way to get from Lugano to Novara is to bus which takes 2h 19m and costs €7 - €12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €6 - €9 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Lugano to Novara bus arrive?

Lugano to Novara bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Novara station.

Where does the Lugano to Novara train arrive?

Lugano to Novara train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Busto Arsizio Nord station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Novara?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Novara is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Lugano to Novara.

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

Book your Lugano to Novara train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lugano to Novara bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Novara?

There are 642+ hotels available in Novara.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Novara by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Novarabus FlixBus N474
2h 19m
€7–12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Busto Arsizio Nordtrain S50
2. Take the train from Busto Arsizio Nord to Novara Nordtrain R27
2h 36m
€6–9
Drive 88.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Novaracar 88.2 km
1h 24m
€16–23
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T2train S50
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Novara Largo Pastorebus flibco
3h 36m
€13–24

Lugano to Novara by bus

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Novara.

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Distance: 101.5 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Lugano to Novara once daily. Tickets cost €7–12 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Novara Nord via Busto Arsizio Nord in around 2h 36m.

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