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 €27 - €50 and takes 6h 40m.

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 38m 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 Freiburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Lugano to Rust?

The distance between Lugano and Rust is 365 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 16m and costs €95 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m 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 16m and costs €95 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Lugano to Rust bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Rust is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m 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 1665+ hotels available in Rust.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Rust by train (Trenitalia), train, 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 (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Ringsheim/Europa-Parktrain Ec
4h 16m
€98–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Freiburgbus FlixBus N474
6h 40m
€27–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Rustbus FlixBus 107
6h 13m
€74–196
Drive 355.4 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Rustcar 355.4 km
3h 38m
€61–88
Bus via Zurich
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquaibus RegioJet 22
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Rustbus FlixBus 107
7h 40m
€27–44

Lugano to Rust by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 13mAverage Duration

€74Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 365.2 km
Duration: 4h 16m

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, FlixBus operates a bus from Lugano to Freiburg once daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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