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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Zadar is to train and fly and car ferry which costs €95 - €210 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Zadar is to train and fly which takes 6h 25m and costs €100 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Zadar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano and arriving at Zadar. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 11h 20m.

How far is it from Lugano to Zadar?

The distance between Lugano and Zadar is 641 km. The road distance is 753.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Zadar without a car is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs €144.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Lugano to Zadar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Zadar bus from?

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

Where does the Lugano to Zadar bus arrive?

Lugano to Zadar bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Zadar station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Zadar?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Zadar is 753 km. It takes approximately 8h 54m to drive from Lugano to Zadar.

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 9552+ hotels available in Zadar.

Lugano to Zadar - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and car ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Lugano to Zadar by train, plane, bus, car, car ferry, or shuttle

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 Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zadar Airport
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)plane MXP - ZAD
6h 25m
€108–292
Train, shuttle, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take a shuttle bus from Milano Centrale Station to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorshuttle
3. Take the bus from Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvor to Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
17h 45m
€59–792
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Zadarbus
11h 20m
€144
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Ec
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Centraletrain Re
4. Take the bus from Trieste to Zadar bus stationbus
13h 40m
€89–245
Drive 753.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Zadarcar 753.2 km
8h 54m
€128–184
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS)plane LIN - TRS
3. Take the bus from Trieste to Zadar bus stationbus
11h 22m
€122–259
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Split Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Split Airport (SPU)plane LIN - SPU
3. Take the bus from Trogir, Autobusni Kolodvor to Sukošanbus
9h 16m
€122–335
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Raffaello Sanzio Airport, car ferry
1. Take the train from Lugano to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI)plane LIN - AOI
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarcarferry
13h 45m
€96–209
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane ZRH - ZAG
3. Take the bus from Zagreb to Zadar bus stationbus
11h 29m
€140–444
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane BGY - ZAG
4. Take the bus from Zagreb to Zadar bus stationbus
10h 27m
€79–410

Lugano to Zadar by bus

4Weekly Buses

11h 20mAverage Duration

€144Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 640.8 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Lugano to Zadar 4 times a week. Tickets cost €144 and the journey takes 11h 20m.

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