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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Sempach is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 40 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Sempach is to drive which takes 2h and costs SFr 29 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Sempach?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Sempach. However, there are services departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Sempach Stadt, Luzernertor via Sempach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Sempach?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Sempach. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Sempach-Neuenkirch via Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Lugano to Sempach?

The distance between Lugano and Sempach is 178 km. The road distance is 182.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Sempach without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Lugano to Sempach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Sempach bus from?

Lugano to Sempach bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Sempach train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Sempach?

The best way to get from Lugano to Sempach is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 40 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Lugano to Sempach bus arrive?

Lugano to Sempach bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lucerne Landenbergstrasse station.

Where does the Lugano to Sempach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Sempach?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Sempach is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Lugano to Sempach.

Where can I stay near Sempach?

There are 495+ hotels available in Sempach.

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There are 3 ways to get from Lugano to Sempach by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
2h 20m
CHF 61–182
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrassebus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 9m
CHF 19–36
Drive 182.8 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Sempachcar 182.8 km
2h
CHF 30–44

Lugano to Sempach by train and bus

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Distance: 177.7 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Luzern every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 50–170 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Lucerne Landenbergstrasse twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–17 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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