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

The cheapest way to get from Rust to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rust to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 85.

Is there a direct bus between Rust and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Rust to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Rust and arriving at Lugano via Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Rust to Lugano?

The distance between Rust and Lugano is 351 km. The road distance is 355.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Rust to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Rust to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rust to Lugano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Rust to Lugano?

The best way to get from Rust to Lugano is to train which takes 6h 25m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Rust to Lugano bus arrive?

Rust to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Basel SBB station.

Can I drive from Rust to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Rust to Lugano is 355 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Rust to Lugano.

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

Book your Rust to Lugano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5913+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rust to Lugano by train, 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
best
1. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to Basel Bad BfRe7 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuganoIc21 / ...
6h 25m
CHF 37–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rust to Basel SBB007
2. Take the bus from Basel SBB to LuganoN474 / ...
6h 45m
CHF 32–49
Drive 355.5 km
1. Drive from Rust to Lugano355.5 km
3h 38m
CHF 58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Herbolzheim to Basel Bad BfRe7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Basel to Lugano
11h 12m
CHF 44–62

Rust to Lugano by bus, train, and tram

84Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 350.6 km
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Rust, Germany and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Rust to Lugano via Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Basel Bad Bf, Basel, Badischer Bahnhof, Basel, Bahnhof SBB, and Basel SBB in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rust to Lugano via Basel SBB in around 6h 45m.

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