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

The cheapest way to get from Prato to Lugano is to bus and train which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Prato to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 85.

Is there a direct bus between Prato and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Prato to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Prato and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Prato and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Prato to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Prato Centrale and arriving at Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Prato to Lugano?

The distance between Prato and Lugano is 370 km. The road distance is 368.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Prato to Lugano without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 38m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Prato to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prato to Lugano bus from?

Prato to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Prato station.

Where do I catch the Prato to Lugano train from?

Prato to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Prato Centrale station.

Train or bus from Prato to Lugano?

The best way to get from Prato to Lugano is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 38m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 55 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Prato to Lugano bus arrive?

Prato to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Prato to Lugano train arrive?

Prato to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Prato to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Prato to Lugano is 369 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Prato to Lugano.

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

Book your Prato to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Prato to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 4168+ hotels available in Lugano.

Prato to Lugano - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Prato to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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 Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Re
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
4h 38m
CHF 58–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prato to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 518 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Luganobus 076 / ...
6h 37m
CHF 21–55
Drive 368.6 km
1. Drive from Prato to Luganocar 368.6 km
3h 44m
CHF 58–83
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane FLR - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
7h 6m
CHF 72–199
Train
1. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
5h 20m
CHF 51–111
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Monza Via P. Borsellino e G. Falconebus Autolinee Federico / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain Re 80 / ...
9h
CHF 23–31
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane FLR - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain
7h 9m
CHF 93–282

Prato to Lugano by train

133Weekly Trains

4h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 369.5 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Prato Centrale to Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prato to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 6h 37m.

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