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

The cheapest way to get from Root to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 18 - SFr 28 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Root to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Root and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Root to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Root, Wilweg and arriving at Lugano via Ebikon, Fildern and Lucerne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Root and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Root to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Gisikon-Root and arriving at Lugano via Zug. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Root to Lugano?

The distance between Root and Lugano is 164 km. The road distance is 176.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Root to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Root to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Root to Lugano bus from?

Root to Lugano bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lucerne station.

Where do I catch the Root to Lugano train from?

Root to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zug station.

Train or bus from Root to Lugano?

The best way to get from Root to Lugano is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 28 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Root to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Root to Lugano train arrive?

Root to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Root to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Root to Lugano is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Root to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Root to Lugano by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zug to LuganoIc2 / ...
2h 14m
CHF 47–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lucerne to Lugano
4h 21m
CHF 19–28
Drive 176.8 km
1. Drive from Root to Lugano176.8 km
2h 1m
CHF 29–41
Train via Biasca
1. Take the train from Luzern to BiascaIr26 / ...
2. Take the train from Biasca to LuganoTrenord / ...
5h 7m

Root to Lugano by train

164Weekly Trains

2h 14mAverage Duration

CHF 47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.2 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zug to Lugano hourly. Tickets cost CHF 35–65 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lucerne to Lugano twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 13–19 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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