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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Pau is to bus which costs €50 - €140 and takes 18h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Pau is to train and fly which takes 8h 43m and costs €250 - €800.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Pau?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Pau. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Pau via Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Gare de l'Est and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 37m.

How far is it from Lugano to Pau?

The distance between Lugano and Pau is 1630 km. The road distance is 1017.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Pau without a car is to train via Paris which takes 13h 37m and costs €200 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 13h 37m to get from Lugano to Pau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Pau bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Pau train from?

Lugano to Pau train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Pau?

The best way to get from Lugano to Pau is to train via Paris which takes 13h 37m and costs €200 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €140 and takes 18h 55m.

Where does the Lugano to Pau bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lugano to Pau train arrive?

Lugano to Pau train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Ringsheim/Europa-Park station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Pau?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Pau is 1018 km. It takes approximately 11h 49m to drive from Lugano to Pau.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pau?

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Lugano to Pau - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

Q: Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Pau?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Pau. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 55m.

There are 7 ways to get from Lugano to Pau by train (Trenitalia, TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Paris
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Ringsheim/Europa-Parktrain Ec
2. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to Paris Esttrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Pautrain Tgv
13h 37m
€202–410
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station to Pau - Technopôle Héliparcbus
18h 55m
€50–138
Drive 1,017.7 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Paucar 1,017.7 km
11h 49m
€174–251
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF)plane MXP - PUF
8h 43m
€258–759
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Ec
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
3. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Toulouse Matabiautrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Pautrain Ter
15h 37m
€139–341
Bus via Como S.Giovanni
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Toulousebus N778 / ...
2. Take the bus from Toulouse to Paubus FlixBus S786 / ...
21h 24m
€60–156
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Pau Pyrénées Airport (PUF)plane LIN - PUF
9h 20m
€241–484

Lugano to Pau by train, subway, and foot

7Weekly Services

13h 37mAverage Duration

€202Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,630 km
Duration: 13h 37m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Pau, France?

You can take a train from Lugano to Pau via Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Paris Est, Gare de l'Est, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 13h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Pau - Technopôle Héliparc via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and Toulouse - Matabiau Bus Station in around 18h 55m.

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