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

The cheapest way to get from Piotta to Lugano is to line 120 bus and train which costs SFr 7 - SFr 11 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Piotta to Lugano is to drive which takes 51 min and costs SFr 12 - SFr 19.

Is there a direct train between Piotta and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ambrì-Piotta and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Piotta to Lugano?

The distance between Piotta and Lugano is 82 km. The road distance is 79.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Piotta to Lugano without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 1h 15m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 27.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Piotta to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Piotta to Lugano train from?

Piotta to Lugano train services, operated by Südostbahn, depart from Ambrì-Piotta station.

Train or bus from Piotta to Lugano?

The best way to get from Piotta to Lugano is to train via Bellinzona which takes 1h 15m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 27. Alternatively, you can line 120 bus and line 221 bus, which costs SFr 7 - SFr 22 and takes 2h.

Where does the Piotta to Lugano train arrive?

Piotta to Lugano train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Piotta to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Piotta to Lugano is 80 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Piotta to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Piotta to Lugano - 6 ways to travel via train, line 120 bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Piotta to Lugano by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Ambrì-Piotta to Bellinzonatrain Ir26 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Luganotrain S10 / ...
1h 15m
CHF 14–26
Line 120 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Piotta, Posta to Biasca, Stazionebus 120
2. Take the train from Biasca to Luganotrain S10 / ...
1h 45m
CHF 7–11
Drive 79.6 km
1. Drive from Piotta to Luganocar 79.6 km
51 min
CHF 13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Piotta to Luganotaxi 79.6 km
51 min
CHF 410–490
Train
1. Take the train from Ambrì-Piotta to Luganotrain S10
1h 17m
CHF 30–55
Line 120 bus, line 221 bus
1. Take the bus from Piotta, Posta to Biasca, Stazionebus 120
2. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 221 / ...
2h
CHF 7–22

Piotta to Lugano by train

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.7 km
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Piotta, Switzerland and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ambrì-Piotta to Lugano via Bellinzona in around 1h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Piotta, Posta to Lugano via Biasca, Stazione, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Bellinzona in around 2h.

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