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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rimini is to bus which costs €28 - €30 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rimini is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Rimini?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Rimini. However, there are services departing from Lugano Sud and arriving at Arco d'Augusto via Covignano - Farmacia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Rimini?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Rimini. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rimini via Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rimini?

The distance between Lugano and Rimini is 400 km. The road distance is 405.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rimini without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 5m and costs €65 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Lugano to Rimini, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rimini bus from?

Lugano to Rimini bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Lugano Sud station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rimini train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Rimini?

The best way to get from Lugano to Rimini is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 5m and costs €65 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €30 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Lugano to Rimini bus arrive?

Lugano to Rimini bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Rimini Nord station.

Where does the Lugano to Rimini train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Rimini?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rimini is 405 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Lugano to Rimini.

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

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Where can I stay near Rimini?

There are 3237+ hotels available in Rimini.

Lugano to Rimini - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Rimini 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 via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna centraletrain
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Riminitrain Fr
4h 5m
€65–177
Bus via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milan to Riminibus 426
6h 58m
€27–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Sud to Rimini Nordbus Senise
6h 58m
€28–29
Drive 405.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Riminicar 405.2 km
3h 59m
€71–102
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Riminitrain Fr
5h 14m
€57–167

Lugano to Rimini by train

112Weekly Trains

5h 14mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Rimini.

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Distance: 399.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Rimini via Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Lugano Sud to Rimini Nord 3 times a week. Tickets cost €27 and the journey takes 5h 43m.

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