What is the cheapest way to get from Porlezza to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Porlezza to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 20 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porlezza to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Porlezza to Switzerland is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Porlezza and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct bus from Porlezza to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Porlezza Piazza Matteotti and arriving at Zürich via Castagnola, S. Domenico and Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Porlezza to Switzerland?

The distance between Porlezza and Switzerland is 199 km. The road distance is 219.4 km.

How do I travel from Porlezza to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Porlezza to Switzerland without a car is to train via Lugano, Centro which takes 3h 14m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 85.

How long does it take to get from Porlezza to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Porlezza to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porlezza to Switzerland bus from?

Porlezza to Switzerland bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Porlezza to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Porlezza to Switzerland is to train via Lugano, Centro which takes 3h 14m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 30 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Porlezza to Switzerland bus arrive?

Porlezza to Switzerland bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Zürich station.

Can I drive from Porlezza to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Porlezza to Switzerland is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Porlezza to Switzerland.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1224+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Porlezza to Switzerland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Porlezza to Switzerland by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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 Lugano, Centro
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
3h 14m
CHF 48–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Zürichbus
5h 30m
CHF 20–30
Drive 219.4 km
1. Drive from Porlezza to Zurichcar 219.4 km
2h 36m
CHF 35–50
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h
CHF 43–90

Porlezza to Switzerland by bus, foot, and train

51Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

CHF 48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.3 km
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Porlezza, Italy and Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–75 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Zürich twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 16–24 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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