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

The cheapest way to get from Santander to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 65 - SFr 130 and takes 22h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santander to Lugano is to fly and train which takes 6h and costs SFr 45 - SFr 170.

Is there a direct bus between Santander and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Santander to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Santander E.A. and arriving at Lugano via San Sebastian Central Bus Station and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Santander and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Santander to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Santander and arriving at Lugano via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Aix En Provence Tgv, Mulhouse Ville and Basel SBB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 32m.

How far is it from Santander to Lugano?

The distance between Santander and Lugano is 1099 km. The road distance is 1375.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Santander to Lugano without a car is to bus and train via Strasbourg which takes 19h 36m and costs SFr 190 - SFr 480.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Santander to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santander to Lugano bus from?

Santander to Lugano bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Santander E.A. station.

Where do I catch the Santander to Lugano train from?

Santander to Lugano train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Santander station.

Train or bus from Santander to Lugano?

The best way to get from Santander to Lugano is to bus which takes 22h 35m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 200 - SFr 600 and takes 23h 32m.

Where does the Santander to Lugano bus arrive?

Santander to Lugano bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Santander to Lugano train arrive?

Santander to Lugano train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Santander to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Santander to Lugano is 1375 km. It takes approximately 15h 2m to drive from Santander to Lugano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Santander to Lugano - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Santander to Lugano by plane, train, bus, car, or train (Renfe, TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)SDR - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h
CHF 48–164
Bus, train via Strasbourg
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Irun
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St JeanTer
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to StrasbourgTgv
4. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
5. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuganoEc
19h 36m
CHF 197–475
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián
2. Take the bus from San Sebastian Central Bus Station to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
3. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano076 / ...
22h 35m
CHF 66–124
Drive 1,375.4 km
1. Drive from Santander to Lugano1,375.4 km
15h 2m
CHF 224–323
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)SDR - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
6h 38m
CHF 81–298
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)SDR - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
6h 37m
CHF 109–310
Train
1. Take the train from Santander to Madrid ChamartínAlv / ...
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Aix En Provence Tgv
3. Take the train from Aix En Provence Tgv to Mulhouse VilleTgv
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuganoEc
23h 32m
CHF 202–572
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Geneva - Bus Station
3. Take the train from Genève to LocarnoIc
24h 41m
CHF 124–274
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Santander E.A. to Bilbao Intermodal
2. Take the bus from Bilbao to Martigny
3. Take the train from Martigny to BrigIr
4. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
25h 59m
CHF 116–242

Santander to Lugano by bus and train

8Weekly Services

19h 36mAverage Duration

CHF 197Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,099 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Santander, Spain and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Santander E.A. to Lugano via San Sebastian Central Bus Station and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 22h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Santander to Lugano via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Aix En Provence Tgv, Mulhouse Ville, Basel Sbb, and Basel SBB in around 23h 32m.

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