What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Porlezza?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Porlezza is to bus which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Porlezza?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Porlezza is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Porlezza?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Porlezza. However, there are services departing from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai and arriving at Porlezza Piazza Matteotti via Lugano, Via Ciani/Cornaredo and Lugano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Zurich to Porlezza?

The distance between Zurich and Porlezza is 196 km. The road distance is 220 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Porlezza without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Porlezza without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 41m and costs €60 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Porlezza?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Zurich to Porlezza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Porlezza bus from?

Zurich to Porlezza bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai.

Train or bus from Zurich to Porlezza?

The best way to get from Zurich to Porlezza is to bus which takes 5h 13m and costs €20 - €29. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €120 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Zurich to Porlezza bus arrive?

Zurich to Porlezza bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Porlezza?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Porlezza is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Zurich to Porlezza.

Where can I stay near Porlezza?

There are 5827+ hotels available in Porlezza.

Zurich to Porlezza - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Porlezza 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luganotrain Ec / ...
2. Take the bus from Lugano to Porlezza Piazza Matteottibus C12
3h 41m
€65–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus RegioJet 22
5h 13m
€20–29
Drive 220 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Porlezzacar 220 km
2h 35m
€38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Castione-Arbedotrain Ir46
5h 14m
€62–114

Zurich to Porlezza by train, foot, and bus

47Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.8 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Porlezza, Italy?

RegioJet operates a bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once a week. Tickets cost €14–21 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, Schweizerische Südostbahn AG operates a train from Zürich HB to Castione-Arbedo every 2 hours. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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