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

The cheapest way to get from Recco to Lugano is to train via Milan which costs SFr 19 - SFr 40 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Recco to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Recco and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Recco to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Recco and arriving at Lugano via Como S. Giovanni. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Recco to Lugano?

The distance between Recco and Lugano is 234 km. The road distance is 229.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Recco to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Recco to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Recco to Lugano train from?

Recco to Lugano train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Recco station.

Where does the Recco to Lugano train arrive?

Recco to Lugano train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Como S.Giovanni station.

Can I drive from Recco to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Recco to Lugano is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Recco to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6046+ hotels available in Lugano.

Recco to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Recco to Lugano by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Recco to Como S.Giovannitrain Re 13
4h 10m
CHF 16–70
Drive 229.8 km
1. Drive from Recco to Luganocar 229.8 km
2h 27m
CHF 36–52
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Recco to Milano Centraletrain 3016
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
4h 26m
CHF 43–79
Train via Milan #2
1. Take the train from Recco to Genova P.Za Principetrain Re
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Milano Centraletrain Ic
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
4h 51m
CHF 19–40

Recco to Lugano by train

2Weekly Trains

4h 10mAverage Duration

CHF 16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 233.6 km
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Trenord operates a train from Recco to Como S.Giovanni twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 12–16 and the journey takes 3h 28m.

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