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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rho is to train which costs €5 - €8 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rho is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Rho?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Rho. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rho via Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rho?

The distance between Lugano and Rho is 73 km. The road distance is 65.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rho without a car is to bus which takes 1h 42m and costs €6 - €11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Lugano to Rho, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rho bus from?

Lugano to Rho bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rho train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Rho?

The best way to get from Lugano to Rho is to bus which takes 1h 42m and costs €6 - €11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €5 - €8 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Lugano to Rho bus arrive?

Lugano to Rho bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Arese station.

Where does the Lugano to Rho train arrive?

Lugano to Rho train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Gallarate station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Rho?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rho is 65 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Lugano to Rho.

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

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Where can I stay near Rho?

There are 14640+ hotels available in Rho.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Rho. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rho, Corso Europa 129/Via Marconi,Pasque',Istituto Olivetti via Arese, Viale Sempione/Via Matteotti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

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

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 Aresebus
2. Take the bus from Arese, Viale Sempione/Via Matteotti to Rho, Corso Europa 129/Via Marconi,Pasque',Istituto Olivettibus Z122
1h 42m
€7–10
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Gallaratetrain S50
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Rhotrain S5
1h 52m
€6–8
Drive 65.1 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Rhocar 65.1 km
48 min
€12–17
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Como Camerlatatrain S10
2. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Saronnotrain R17
3. Take the bus from Saronno, Piazza I Maggio,Autostazione to Rho, Corso Europa/Via Lainate,Santuariobus
2h 16m
€23–41

Lugano to Rho by bus

2Weekly Buses

1h 42mAverage Duration

€7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 73.4 km
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Lugano to Rho, Corso Europa 129/Via Marconi,Pasque',Istituto Olivetti via Arese and Arese, Viale Sempione/Via Matteotti in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Rho via Gallarate in around 1h 52m.

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