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

The cheapest way to get from Sierre to Lugano is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sierre to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Sierre and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Sierre to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Sierre/Siders and arriving at Lugano via Brig, Domodossola and Locarno. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Sierre to Lugano?

The distance between Sierre and Lugano is 156 km. The road distance is 173.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sierre to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Sierre to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sierre to Lugano train from?

Sierre to Lugano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Sierre/Siders station.

Train or bus from Sierre to Lugano?

The best way to get from Sierre to Lugano is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 70 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Sierre to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sierre to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Sierre to Lugano is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Sierre to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Sierre to Lugano - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Sierre 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 Sierre/Siders to Brigtrain
2. Take the train from Brig to Domodossolatrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
4. Take the train from Locarno to Luganotrain S
4h 52m
CHF 27–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1bus 3
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus 470 / ...
6h 19m
CHF 31–66
Drive 173.3 km
1. Drive from Sierre to Luganocar 173.3 km
2h 48m
CHF 27–39

Sierre to Lugano by train

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4h 52mAverage Duration

CHF 27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.3 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Sierre/Siders to Lugano via Brig, Domodossola, and Locarno in around 4h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sierre/Siders to Lugano via Brig, Domodossola, Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, and Milan in around 6h 19m.

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