What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige is to train via Milan which costs €20 - €26 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Trentino-Alto Adige?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Trento via Verona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Trentino-Alto Adige?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Trento via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

The distance between Lugano and Trentino-Alto Adige is 314 km. The road distance is 265.5 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €55 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige bus from?

Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lugano station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige train from?

Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

The best way to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs €55 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €60 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige bus arrive?

Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Verona station.

Where does the Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige is 265 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige.

How do I get a train ticket from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

Book your Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige?

Book your Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Trentino-Alto Adige?

There are 1932+ hotels available in Trentino-Alto Adige.

Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to TrentoFr
4h 45m
€58–121
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleRe 80
2. Take the train from Milano Lambrate to TrentoRe 6 / ...
5h 20m
€20–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Verona401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Verona to Trento455 / ...
6h 20m
€28–55
Drive 265.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Trento265.5 km
3h 10m
€46–66
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleEc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to TrentoRe
4h 52m
€55–167

Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige by train

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Lugano to Trentino-Alto Adige.

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Distance: 313.7 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Trento via Milano Centrale in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Trento via Verona in around 6h 20m.

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