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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Rust is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Rust is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Rust?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Rust. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Rust via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rust?

The distance between Lugano and Rust is 369 km. The road distance is 355.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Rust without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Lugano to Rust, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Rust bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Rust?

The best way to get from Lugano to Rust is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Lugano to Rust bus arrive?

Lugano to Rust bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rust is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Lugano to Rust.

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

Book your Lugano to Rust bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rust?

There are 1395+ hotels available in Rust.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Rust by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Ringsheim/Europa-ParkEc
4h 39m
€81–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Basel SBBN474 / ...
2. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Rust107 / ...
6h 35m
€32–51
Drive 355.4 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Rust355.4 km
3h 37m
€62–90
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBEc / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Rust107 / ...
7h 17m
€59–101

Lugano to Rust by train and bus (Trenitalia)

7Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

€81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 368.7 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Rust, Germany?

Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Lugano to Ringsheim/Europa-Park once daily. Tickets cost €75–130 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Rust via Basel SBB in around 6h 35m.

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