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

The cheapest way to get from Rimini to Lugano is to bus via Lugano Sud which costs SFr 25 - SFr 27 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rimini to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct bus between Rimini and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rimini and arriving at Lugano. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rimini and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Rimini to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Rimini and arriving at Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Rimini to Lugano?

The distance between Rimini and Lugano is 400 km. The road distance is 406.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rimini to Lugano without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 41m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Rimini to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rimini to Lugano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rimini to Lugano train from?

Rimini to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Rimini station.

Train or bus from Rimini to Lugano?

The best way to get from Rimini to Lugano is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 41m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 49 - SFr 51 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Rimini to Lugano bus arrive?

Rimini to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Rimini to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rimini to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Rimini to Lugano is 406 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Rimini to Lugano.

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

Book your Rimini to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5991+ hotels available in Lugano.

Rimini to Lugano - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Rimini to Lugano by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Rimini to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
4h 41m
CHF 36–104
Bus via Lugano Sud
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rimini Nord to Lugano Sudbus Senise
6h 32m
CHF 26–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rimini Nord to Paradisobus
6h 17m
CHF 50–51
Drive 406.4 km
1. Drive from Rimini to Luganocar 406.4 km
3h 59m
CHF 66–95
Train
1. Take the train from Rimini to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
4h 51m
CHF 48–132
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Rimini to Luganobus 421
6h 45m
CHF 26–60

Rimini to Lugano by train

118Weekly Trains

4h 41mAverage Duration

CHF 36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rimini to Lugano.

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Distance: 399.8 km
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a train from Rimini to Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Rimini Nord to Paradiso twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 47 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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