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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Pienza is to bus via Milan which costs €22 - €45 and takes 11h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Pienza is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Pienza?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Pienza. However, there are services departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Pienza N.Insediamento via Autostazione [5] and Buonconvento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 59m.

How far is it from Lugano to Pienza?

The distance between Lugano and Pienza is 530 km. The road distance is 490.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Pienza without a car is to train which takes 9h 17m and costs €70 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Lugano to Pienza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Pienza bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Pienza?

The best way to get from Lugano to Pienza is to train which takes 9h 17m and costs €70 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €85 and takes 10h 59m.

Where does the Lugano to Pienza bus arrive?

Lugano to Pienza bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Siena Central Train Station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Pienza?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Pienza is 490 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Lugano to Pienza.

Where can I stay near Pienza?

There are 1902+ hotels available in Pienza.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Pienza by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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 Ec
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Sienatrain Re
9h 17m
€70–160
Bus via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milan to Sienabus 528
11h 10m
€22–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Siena Central Train Stationbus Itabus
10h 59m
€27–81
Drive 490.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Pienzacar 490.2 km
4h 57m
€84–121

Lugano to Pienza by train and bus

42Weekly Services

9h 17mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Pienza.

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Distance: 529.9 km
Duration: 9h 17m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Pienza N.Insediamento via Milano Centrale, Firenze S.M.N., Siena, Buonconvento, and Buonconvento in around 9h 17m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Siena Central Train Station once daily. Tickets cost €22–75 and the journey takes 8h.

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