What is the cheapest way to get from Roma Termini to Lugano?

The cheapest way to get from Roma Termini to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 90 and takes 12h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Roma Termini to Lugano?

The fastest way to get from Roma Termini to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120.

Is there a direct bus between Roma Termini and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Roma Termini to Lugano. However, there are services departing from P.Za Di Cinquecento and arriving at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani via Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Roma Termini and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Roma Termini to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Roma Termini to Lugano?

The distance between Roma Termini and Lugano is 639 km. The road distance is 647.4 km.

How do I travel from Roma Termini to Lugano without a car?

The best way to get from Roma Termini to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120.

How long does it take to get from Roma Termini to Lugano?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Roma Termini to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Roma Termini to Lugano bus from?

Roma Termini to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Roma Termini to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Roma Termini to Lugano?

The best way to get from Roma Termini to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 90 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Roma Termini to Lugano bus arrive?

Roma Termini to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where does the Roma Termini to Lugano train arrive?

Roma Termini to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Roma Termini to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Roma Termini to Lugano is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Roma Termini to Lugano.

How do I get a train ticket from Roma Termini to Lugano?

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5894+ hotels available in Lugano.

Roma Termini to Lugano - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Roma Termini 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
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano CentraleFr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoRe80 / ...
4h 43m
CHF 40–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo CianiItabus
12h 18m
CHF 22–87
Drive 647.4 km
1. Drive from Roma Termini to Lugano647.4 km
6h 10m
CHF 104–150
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)FCO - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
5h 2m
CHF 49–180
Train via Florence
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novella
2. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
5h 50m
CHF 51–126
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)FCO - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
5h 6m
CHF 50–214
Fly to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)FCO - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
6h 18m
CHF 54–245
Fly to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)FCO - GOA
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
7h 4m
CHF 65–264

Roma Termini to Lugano by train

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Distance: 638.9 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Roma Termini, Italy and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once daily. Tickets cost CHF 21–70 and the journey takes 10h 55m. FlixBus also services this route 6 times a week.

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