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

The cheapest way to get from Split to Lugano is to car ferry and train which costs SFr 50 - SFr 180 and takes 17h 19m.

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 22m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 280.

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 21h 23m.

How far is it from Split to Lugano?

The distance between Split and Lugano is 703 km. The road distance is 866.5 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 135.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m 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 135. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 210 and takes 21h 23m.

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 867 km. It takes approximately 9h 55m to drive from Split to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5913+ hotels available in Lugano.

Split to Lugano - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Split to Lugano by plane, train, bus, car 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 to Milan Linate Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)SPU - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
6h 22m
CHF 103–278
Car ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Port of Split to Port of Ancona53
2. Take the train from Ancona to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
17h 19m
CHF 54–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Lugano
14h 5m
CHF 135
Train
1. Take the train from Split to Zagreb Glavni Kol.Ic
2. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach HbfEc / ...
3. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Venezia MestreRj / ...
4. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Milano CentraleFr
5. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
21h 23m
CHF 91–203
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)SPU - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lugano
6h 37m
CHF 135–321
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Split Airport (SPU) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)SPU - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h 25m
CHF 77–205
Bus via Livno
1. Take the bus from Split Bus Station to Livno
2. Take the bus from Livno to Lugano
17h 50m
CHF 145
Drive 866.5 km
1. Drive from Split to Lugano866.5 km
9h 55m
CHF 141–203

Split to Lugano by bus

4Weekly Buses

14h 5mAverage Duration

CHF 135Cheapest Price

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Distance: 702.7 km
Duration: 6h 22m

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 135 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 21h 23m.

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