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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Lugano is to fly and train which costs SFr 35 - SFr 190 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Lugano is to fly and train which takes 6h 1m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 190.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Lugano via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

How far is it from Vienna to Lugano?

The distance between Vienna and Lugano is 754 km. The road distance is 813.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Vienna to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Lugano bus from?

Vienna to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Lugano train from?

Vienna to Lugano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Lugano?

The best way to get from Vienna to Lugano is to train which takes 10h 15m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 130 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Vienna to Lugano bus arrive?

Vienna to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Vienna to Lugano train arrive?

Vienna to Lugano train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Lugano is 813 km. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Vienna to Lugano.

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

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

Book your Vienna to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5810+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Vienna to Lugano by plane, 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.

Fly Vienna International Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
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1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)VIE - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
6h 1m
CHF 39–190
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich HbRjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to LuganoIc2 / ...
10h 15m
CHF 138–218
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Padua Bus StationRegioJet 31
2. Take the train from Padova to LuganoEc
12h 52m
CHF 88–184
Drive 813.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Lugano813.4 km
8h 6m
CHF 130–188
Fly Vienna International Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)VIE - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Lugano
6h 14m
CHF 50–183
Fly Vienna International Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)VIE - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Lugano
6h 13m
CHF 127–286
Fly Vienna International Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)VIE - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
6h 23m
CHF 43–235
Train to Bratislava Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanica
2. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)BTS - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Lugano
7h 10m
CHF 42–160
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN456
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano076 / ...
14h 10m
CHF 49–123

Vienna to Lugano by train

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Distance: 753.6 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Lugano, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Lugano via Zuerich Hb and Zürich HB in around 10h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 14h 10m.

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