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

The cheapest way to get from Split to Lugano is to bus and fly and train which costs SFr 40 - SFr 210 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Split to Lugano is to fly and train which takes 6h 23m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Split and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Split Bus Station station and arriving at Lugano. Services depart four times a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Split and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Split to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Split and arriving at Lugano via Zagreb Glavni Kol., Villach Hbf, Venezia Mestre and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 14m.

How far is it from Split to Lugano?

The distance between Split and Lugano is 744 km. The road distance is 868.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Split to Lugano without a car is to bus which takes 14h 5m and costs SFr 133.

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

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

Where do I catch the Split to Lugano bus from?

Split to Lugano bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, depart from Split Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Split to Lugano train from?

Split to Lugano train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Split station.

Train or bus from Split to Lugano?

The best way to get from Split to Lugano is to bus which takes 14h 5m and costs SFr 133. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 210 - SFr 430 and takes 22h 14m.

Where does the Split to Lugano bus arrive?

Split to Lugano bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Split to Lugano train arrive?

Split to Lugano train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.

Can I drive from Split to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Split to Lugano is 868 km. It takes approximately 10h 6m to drive from Split to Lugano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 7117+ hotels available in Lugano.

Split to Lugano - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Split to Lugano by plane, train, bus, ferry, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Fly Split Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane SPU - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 25m
CHF 72–220
Bus to Zadar Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Zemunik Donjibus
2. Fly from Zadar Airport (ZAD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZAD - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
8h 38m
CHF 44–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Luganobus
14h 5m
CHF 133
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Split to Anconaferry 53
2. Take the train from Ancona to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
17h 33m
CHF 144–299
Train
1. Take the train from Split to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train Ic
2. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach Hbftrain 318 / ...
3. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Venezia Mestretrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Milano Centraletrain Fr
5. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
22h 14m
CHF 219–428
Fly Split Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane SPU - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Luganotrain
6h 23m
CHF 54–254
Fly Split Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane SPU - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain
6h 38m
CHF 153–426
Fly Split Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Basel (BSL)plane SPU - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Luganotrain
8h 27m
CHF 88–500
Bus via Livno
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Livnobus
2. Take the bus from Livno to Luganobus
17h 50m
CHF 133–144
Drive 868.2 km
1. Drive from Split to Luganocar 868.2 km
10h 6m
CHF 140–203

Split to Lugano by bus

4Weekly Buses

14h 5mAverage Duration

CHF 133Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 744.1 km
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Split, Croatia and Lugano, Switzerland?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Split Bus Station to Lugano 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 133 and the journey takes 14h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Split to Lugano via Zagreb Glavni Kol., Villach Hbf, Venezia Mestre, and Milano Centrale in around 22h 14m.

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