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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Lugano is to train and fly which takes 6h 2m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 360.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Metz - Bus Station station and arriving at Lugano. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Lugano via Mulhouse Ville and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Metz to Lugano?

The distance between Metz and Lugano is 539 km. The road distance is 511.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Metz to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Lugano bus from?

Metz to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Metz - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Metz to Lugano train from?

Metz to Lugano train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Lugano?

The best way to get from Metz to Lugano is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Metz to Lugano bus arrive?

Metz to Lugano bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Metz to Lugano train arrive?

Metz to Lugano train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Mulhouse Ville station.

Can I drive from Metz to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Lugano is 512 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Metz to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Metz to Lugano?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Metz to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Metz to Lugano by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Metz Ville to Mulhouse Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
6h 24m
CHF 55–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Metz - Bus Station to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
8h 30m
CHF 35–55
Drive 511.7 km
1. Drive from Metz to Luganocar 511.7 km
6h 4m
CHF 83–119
Train, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane LUX - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
7h
CHF 54–225
Train via Strasbourg
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ec
7h 16m
CHF 71–206
Bus via Basel
1. Take the bus from Metz to Basel SBBbus N473
2. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Luganobus N474 / ...
9h 30m
CHF 46–68
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LUX - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain
6h 2m
CHF 132–351
Train, fly to Milan Linate Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane LUX - LIN
3. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain
7h 19m
CHF 40–168
Train, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane LUX - BGY
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
7h 33m
CHF 53–240

Metz to Lugano by train

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6h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 538.5 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Metz, France and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Lugano via Mulhouse Ville, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Metz - Bus Station to Lugano 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 35–55 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Marino Autolinee S.p.A. also services this route once a week.

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