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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Split is to train and fly which costs €70 - €240 and takes 6h 10m.

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 10m and costs €70 - €240.

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 21h 50m.

How far is it from Lugano to Split?

The distance between Lugano and Split is 703 km. The road distance is 866.5 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 27m 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 €220 - €430 and takes 21h 50m.

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 867 km. It takes approximately 10h 5m to drive from Lugano to Split.

Where can I stay near Split?

There are 6577+ hotels available in Split.

Lugano to Split - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Lugano to Split by train, plane, bus, ferry, 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 Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Split Airport (SPU)plane LIN - SPU
6h 27m
€69–332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Split Bus Stationbus
14h 20m
€144
Train, ferry via Bologna
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna centraletrain
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Anconatrain Fr
4. Take the ferry from Ancona to Splitferry 53
15h 19m
€161–355
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Villach Hbftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train 319 / ...
5. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Splittrain Ic
21h 50m
€227–423
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Split Airport (SPU)plane ZRH - SPU
6h 26m
€162–453
Train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Split Airport (SPU)plane MXP - SPU
6h 10m
€71–237
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Anconatrain Fr
3. Take the ferry from Ancona to Splitferry 53
16h 29m
€153–330
Bus via Livno
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Livnobus
2. Take the bus from Livno to Split Bus Stationbus
17h 30m
€139–143
Drive 866.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Splitcar 866.5 km
10h 5m
€149–215

Lugano to Split by bus

4Weekly Buses

14h 20mAverage Duration

€144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 702.7 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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 21h 50m.

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