What is the cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Chiasso?

The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Chiasso is to bus which costs SFr 14 - SFr 21 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lucerne to Chiasso?

The fastest way to get from Lucerne to Chiasso is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Lucerne and Chiasso?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucerne to Chiasso. However, there are services departing from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse and arriving at Chiasso - Stazione via Como - San Rocchetto. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Lucerne and Chiasso?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luzern and arriving at Chiasso. Services depart twice a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Lucerne to Chiasso?

The distance between Lucerne and Chiasso is 185 km. The road distance is 192.1 km.

How do I travel from Lucerne to Chiasso without a car?

The best way to get from Lucerne to Chiasso without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190.

How long does it take to get from Lucerne to Chiasso?

The train from Luzern to Chiasso takes 2h 12m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Chiasso bus from?

Lucerne to Chiasso bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse station.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Chiasso train from?

Lucerne to Chiasso train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Luzern station.

Train or bus from Lucerne to Chiasso?

The best way to get from Lucerne to Chiasso is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 14 - SFr 21 and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Lucerne to Chiasso bus arrive?

Lucerne to Chiasso bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Como Piazzale San Gottardo station.

Where does the Lucerne to Chiasso train arrive?

Lucerne to Chiasso train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Chiasso station.

Can I drive from Lucerne to Chiasso?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucerne to Chiasso is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Lucerne to Chiasso.

How do I get a train ticket from Lucerne to Chiasso?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lucerne to Chiasso?

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Where can I stay near Chiasso?

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Lucerne to Chiasso - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lucerne to Chiasso by 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
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Chiassotrain Ic21
2h 12m
CHF 60–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse to Como Piazzale San Gottardobus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
3h 29m
CHF 15–21
Drive 192.1 km
1. Drive from Lucerne to Chiassocar 192.1 km
2h 3m
CHF 32–46
Train via Bellinzona
1. Take the train from Luzern to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Chiassotrain S10 / ...
2h 23m
CHF 43–109
Train via Arth-Goldau
1. Take the train from Luzern to Arth-Goldautrain Vae / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Chiassotrain Ec / ...
2h 45m
CHF 21–185

Lucerne to Chiasso by train

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2h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 185.2 km
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Lucerne, Switzerland and Chiasso, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Chiasso twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 60–190 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse to Como Piazzale San Gottardo 3 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 13–19 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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