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

The cheapest way to get from Rho to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 4 - SFr 8 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rho to Lugano is to drive which takes 48 min and costs SFr 10 - SFr 15.

Is there a direct bus between Rho and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Rho to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Rho, Corso Europa Fronte 133/Via Marconi,Paque' and arriving at Lugano via Arese. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Rho and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Rho to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Rho and arriving at Lugano via Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Rho to Lugano?

The distance between Rho and Lugano is 80 km. The road distance is 65.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rho to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 8.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Rho to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rho to Lugano bus from?

Rho to Lugano bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Arese station.

Where do I catch the Rho to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Rho to Lugano?

The best way to get from Rho to Lugano is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 8. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Rho to Lugano bus arrive?

Rho to Lugano bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Rho to Lugano train arrive?

Rho to Lugano train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Gallarate station.

Can I drive from Rho to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Rho to Lugano is 66 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Rho to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6255+ hotels available in Lugano.

Rho to Lugano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rho to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Rho to Gallaratetrain S5
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Luganotrain S50
2h 11m
CHF 5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arese to Luganobus
2h 36m
CHF 7–10
Drive 65.8 km
1. Drive from Rho to Luganocar 65.8 km
48 min
CHF 11–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rho, Corso Europa/Via Lainate,Santuario to Saronno, Piazza I Maggio,Autostazionebus
2. Take the train from Saronno to Como Camerlatatrain R17
3. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Luganotrain S10
2h 25m
CHF 21–41

Rho to Lugano by train

130Weekly Trains

2h 11mAverage Duration

CHF 5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 80.3 km
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a train from Rho to Lugano via Gallarate in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Arese to Lugano twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 5–8 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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