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Bologna to Lugano

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Four ways to Travel from Bologna to Lugano

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Cheapest
By car (295 km)
3 h 1 min
295 km.
from $16
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Rideshare
3 h 1 min
295 km.
from $11.22
Train via Milan
2 h 45 min
250 km.
from $95.87
Bus via Milan
5 h 5 min
250 km.
from $27.13

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.22–$41.92
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.87–$33.03
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.16–$15.25

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.87–$33.03
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.70–$19.06

Itabus

Phone:
+39 06 88 93 82 32
Website:
itabus.it/en/home
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.07–$17.79

Marino Autolinee

Phone:
+39 080 3112335
Email:
Website:
marinobus.it/
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.95–$38.11

TTI Leonettibus SRL

Phone:
+39081969167
Email:
Website:
leonettiroma.it/
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$13.97–$19.06

Lirosi Linee

Phone:
0966 57552
Email:
Website:
lirosilinee.com
Bus from Bologna to Como
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$21.60–$25.41

Sita Sud

Phone:
+39 080 579 0211
Email:
Website:
sitasudtrasporti.it/
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.70–$27.95

Autolinee Federico

Phone:
+ 39 0965 644747
Email:
Website:
autolineefederico.it/
Bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.07–$17.79

Train operators

Trenitalia Frecce

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Train from Bologna Centrale to Milan
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$22.87–$82.58

ItaloTreno

Phone:
+39 06 8937 1892
Website:
italotreno.it/it
Train from Bologna Centrale to Milan
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.55–$63.52

Trenitalia Intercity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Bologna Centrale to Milan
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$17.79–$24.14

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$38.11–$69.87

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Milano Centrale to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$29.22–$82.58
Train from Bologna Centrale to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.23–$139.75

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$5.21–$8.26

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Lugano is to bus via Milan which costs $14.13 - $48.91 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 2h 45m and costs $40.22 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Lugano. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Bologna to Lugano?

The distance between Bologna and Lugano is 289 km. The road distance is 293.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Bologna to Lugano without a car is to train via Milan which takes 2h 45m and costs $40.22 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Bologna to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Lugano bus from?

Bologna to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Lugano train from?

Bologna to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Train, bus or fly from Bologna to Lugano?

The best way to get from Bologna to Lugano is to train via Milan which takes 2h 45m and costs $40.22 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $35.87 and takes 4h 40m. There are no good options to train between Bologna to Lugano.

Where does the Bologna to Lugano bus arrive?

Bologna to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Bologna to Lugano train arrive?

Bologna to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milan Centrale station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Lugano is 293 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Bologna to Lugano.

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

Book your Bologna to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5729+ hotels available in Lugano. Prices start at $60.67 per night.
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