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

The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Mendrisio is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucerne to Mendrisio is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Lucerne and Mendrisio?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucerne to Mendrisio. However, there are services departing from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse and arriving at Mendrisio, Autosilo via Como - San Rocchetto and Chiasso, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Lucerne and Mendrisio?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luzern and arriving at Mendrisio. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Lucerne to Mendrisio?

The distance between Lucerne and Mendrisio is 178 km. The road distance is 185.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucerne to Mendrisio without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 2h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Lucerne to Mendrisio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Mendrisio bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Mendrisio train from?

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

Train or bus from Lucerne to Mendrisio?

The best way to get from Lucerne to Mendrisio is to train via Lugano which takes 2h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Lucerne to Mendrisio bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lucerne to Mendrisio train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lucerne to Mendrisio?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucerne to Mendrisio is 186 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Lucerne to Mendrisio.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Mendrisio?

There are 5776+ hotels available in Mendrisio.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lucerne to Mendrisio by train, bus, or car

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Train via Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
2h
CHF 56–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lucerne Landenbergstrasse to Como Piazzale San Gottardobus : Milan Lampugnano Bus Station - Prague Central Bus Station / ...
4h 9m
CHF 16–25
Drive 185.7 km
1. Drive from Lucerne to Mendrisiocar 185.7 km
1h 59m
CHF 31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Luzern to Mendrisiotrain Ic21
2h 1m
CHF 60–180
Train via Bellinzona
1. Take the train from Luzern to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Mendrisiotrain S10 / ...
2h 12m
CHF 43–104

Lucerne to Mendrisio by train

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Distance: 177.8 km
Duration: 2h

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Lugano every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 55–160 and the journey takes 1h 40m. 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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