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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Sierre is to drive which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Sierre is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Sierre?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Sierre. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Sierre/Siders via Locarno FART, Domodossola and Brig. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Lugano to Sierre?

The distance between Lugano and Sierre is 156 km. The road distance is 172.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Sierre without a car is to train via Brig which takes 4h 15m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Lugano to Sierre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Sierre train from?

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

Where does the Lugano to Sierre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Sierre?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Sierre is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Lugano to Sierre.

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

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Where can I stay near Sierre?

There are 2817+ hotels available in Sierre.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lugano to Sierre 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 via Brig
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Locarno
2. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
3. Take the train from Domodossola to BrigEc / ...
4. Take the train from Brig to Sierre/SidersIr / ...
4h 15m
CHF 24–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Riazzino
2. Take the bus from Riazzino, Stazione to Locarno, Piazza Stazione311 / ...
3. Take the bus from Locarno, Stazione to Domodossola, stazioneEv
4. Take the train from Domodossola to BrigEc / ...
5. Take the train from Brig to Sierre/SidersIr / ...
5h 7m
CHF 32–78
Drive 172.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Sierre172.5 km
2h 49m
CHF 28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Sierre/SidersEc
4h 55m
CHF 29–99

Lugano to Sierre by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

CHF 24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.3 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Sierre/Siders via Locarno, Locarno FART, Domodossola, and Brig in around 4h 15m.

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