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

The cheapest way to get from Pienza to Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 21 - SFr 55 and takes 10h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pienza to Lugano is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct bus between Pienza and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Pienza to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Pienza and arriving at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani via Buonconvento and Siena Central Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from Pienza to Lugano?

The distance between Pienza and Lugano is 533 km. The road distance is 491.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pienza to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 8h 17m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Pienza to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pienza to Lugano bus from?

Pienza to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Siena Central Train Station.

Train or bus from Pienza to Lugano?

The best way to get from Pienza to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 8h 17m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 60 and takes 11h 2m.

Where does the Pienza to Lugano bus arrive?

Pienza to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Can I drive from Pienza to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Pienza to Lugano is 491 km. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Pienza to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 3611+ hotels available in Lugano.

Pienza to Lugano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pienza to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, 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 via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Buonconvento to Firenze S.M.N.train Re
2. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
8h 17m
CHF 43–88
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Siena to Milanbus 528
2. Take the train from Seregno to Luganotrain Re80
10h 3m
CHF 21–52
Drive 491.4 km
1. Drive from Pienza to Luganocar 491.4 km
4h 59m
CHF 77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Siena Central Train Station to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus Itabus
11h 2m
CHF 25–58
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Siena to Firenze S.M.N.train Re / ...
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Luganotrain Ec
11h 2m
CHF 92–138

Pienza to Lugano by bus and train

13Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

CHF 43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pienza to Lugano.

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Distance: 533.2 km
Duration: 8h 17m

What companies run services between Pienza, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Pienza to Lugano via Buonconvento, Buonconvento, Florence Santa Maria Novella, and Milano Centrale in around 8h 17m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Siena Central Train Station to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once daily. Tickets cost CHF 20–50 and the journey takes 8h.

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