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

The cheapest way to get from Realp to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 18 - SFr 26 and takes 1h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Realp to Lugano is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 26.

Is there a direct train between Realp and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Realp to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Realp and arriving at Lugano via Göschenen and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Realp to Lugano?

The distance between Realp and Lugano is 113 km. The road distance is 112.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Realp to Lugano without a car is to bus and line 221 bus which takes 2h 31m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Realp to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Realp to Lugano train from?

Realp to Lugano train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, depart from Realp station.

Train or bus from Realp to Lugano?

The best way to get from Realp to Lugano is to bus and line 221 bus which takes 2h 31m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 65 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Realp to Lugano train arrive?

Realp to Lugano train services, operated by Matterhorn Gotthard Bahn, arrive at Göschenen station.

Can I drive from Realp to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Realp to Lugano is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Realp to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Realp to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 221 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Realp to Lugano by 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.

Bus, line 221 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Airolo, Stazione to Biasca, Stazione120
2. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Bellinzona, Stazione221 / ...
2h 31m
CHF 137–176
Drive 112.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Realp to Lugano112.4 km
1h 15m
CHF 18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Realp to GöschenenR44
2. Take the train from Göschenen to BellinzonaIr26 / ...
2h 48m
CHF 26–64
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Realp to GöschenenR44
2. Take the train from Göschenen to Biasca
3. Take the train from Biasca to LuganoS10 / ...
3h 13m

Realp to Lugano by train

63Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 112.7 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a vehicle from Realp to Lugano via Airolo, Stazione, Biasca, Stazione, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Bellinzona in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Realp to Lugano via Göschenen and Bellinzona in around 2h 48m.

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