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 29 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 11m.

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 90.

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 Freiburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Rust and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Rust to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Ringsheim/Europa-Park and arriving at Lugano via Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Rust to Lugano?

The distance between Rust and Lugano is 352 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 via Basel which takes 6h 5m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m 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 Freiburg station.

Where do I catch the Rust to Lugano train from?

Rust to Lugano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station.

Train or bus from Rust to Lugano?

The best way to get from Rust to Lugano is to train via Basel which takes 6h 5m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 29 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Rust to Lugano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rust to Lugano train arrive?

Rust to Lugano train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), 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 7094+ hotels available in Lugano.

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Train via Basel
best
1. Take the train from Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station to Basel SBBtrain 12 / ...
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain Ic21 / ...
6h 5m
CHF 30–277
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to Basel Bad Bftrain Re7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Basel, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
6h 55m
CHF 22–61
Drive 355.5 km
1. Drive from Rust to Luganocar 355.5 km
3h 38m
CHF 60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station to Luganotrain Ec
6h 16m
CHF 106–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Freiburg to Luganobus FlixBus N474
7h 11m
CHF 30–49

Rust to Lugano by bus and train

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6h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352.4 km
Duration: 6h 5m

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, Freiburg im Breisgau Train Station, and Basel SBB in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Freiburg to Lugano once daily. Tickets cost CHF 27–45 and the journey takes 5h 6m.

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