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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Split is to train and car ferry which costs €55 - €190 and takes 18h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Split is to train and fly which takes 6h and costs €80 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Split?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Split Bus Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Split?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Split. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Split via Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf and Zagreb Glavni Kol.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 44m.

How far is it from Lugano to Split?

The distance between Lugano and Split is 703 km. The road distance is 865.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Split without a car is to bus which takes 14h 20m and costs €144.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Lugano to Split, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Split bus from?

Lugano to Split bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Split train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Split?

The best way to get from Lugano to Split is to bus which takes 14h 20m and costs €144. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €250 and takes 20h 44m.

Where does the Lugano to Split bus arrive?

Lugano to Split bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Split Bus Station.

Where does the Lugano to Split train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Split?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Split is 865 km. It takes approximately 10h to drive from Lugano to Split.

Where can I stay near Split?

There are 11645+ hotels available in Split.

Lugano to Split - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Lugano to Split by train, plane, bus, car ferry, train (Trenitalia), 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 to Milan Linate Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Monza
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Split Airport (SPU)LIN - SPU
6h 11m
€110–290
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleEc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to AnconaFr
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Split53
18h 41m
€58–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Split Bus Station
14h 20m
€144
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleEc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia MestreFr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Villach HbfRj / ...
4. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Zagreb Glavni Kol.213 / ...
5. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to SplitIc
20h 44m
€115–248
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Split Airport (SPU)MXP - SPU
6h
€84–217
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HB
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Split Airport (SPU)ZRH - SPU
7h 20m
€144–336
Bus via Livno
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Livno
2. Take the bus from Livno to Split Bus Station
17h 50m
€152
Drive 865.1 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Split865.1 km
10h
€151–218

Lugano to Split by bus

4Weekly Buses

14h 20mAverage Duration

€144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 702.9 km
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Split, Croatia?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Lugano to Split Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €144 and the journey takes 14h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Split via Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf, and Zagreb Glavni Kol. in around 20h 44m.

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