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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 24 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Rotkreuz?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Rotkreuz. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rotkreuz, Bahnhof Süd via Luzern, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Rotkreuz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Rotkreuz. Services depart three times a day, and operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rotkreuz?

The distance between Lugano and Rotkreuz is 150 km. The road distance is 171.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 80.

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

The train from Lugano to Rotkreuz takes 1h 32m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rotkreuz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rotkreuz train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Rotkreuz?

The best way to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 24 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Lugano to Rotkreuz bus arrive?

Lugano to Rotkreuz bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Lucerne station.

Where does the Lugano to Rotkreuz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Rotkreuz?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rotkreuz is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Lugano to Rotkreuz.

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

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Where can I stay near Rotkreuz?

There are 626+ hotels available in Rotkreuz.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Rotkreuz by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Lugano to Rotkreuz by train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

CHF 35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.5 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Rotkreuz, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Rotkreuz twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 40–65 and the journey takes 1h 32m. Trenitalia EuroCity also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Lucerne twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 13–19 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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