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Locarno, Italy → Lugano, Switzerland

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Locarno to Lugano

Composite routes from Locarno to Lugano

Cheapest
1 h 34 min
Car
120 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 49 min
Taxi, Train
58 km.
from $161.22
4 h 25 min
58 km.
from $53.93
4 h 48 min
Bus, Train
58 km.
from $67.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

BARANZELLI N.A.TUR S.r.l.

Phone:
+39 0163 835222
Email:
Website:
baranzelli.it
Bus from Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 to Milano,
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.00–$31.52

ATAP

Phone:
+39015-84.88.446
Email:
Website:
atapspa.it/en/
Bus from Quarona Via P.Rolandi Cabina Enel to Vercelli
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$7.61

Train operators

Trenitalia

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Vercelli to Milan
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.98–$14.13

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Gallarate to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.37–$4.24

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:
$32.61–$59.78

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:
$25.00–$70.65

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:
$4.46–$7.07

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Lugano is to drive which costs $22.83 - $34.78 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Lugano is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $22.83 - $34.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 and arriving at Lugano via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lugano?

The distance between Locarno and Lugano is 123 km. The road distance is 119 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Lugano without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 49m and costs $97.83 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Locarno to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Lugano bus from?

Locarno to Lugano bus services, operated by BARANZELLI N.A.TUR S.r.l., depart from Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 station.

Where does the Locarno to Lugano bus arrive?

Locarno to Lugano bus services, operated by BARANZELLI N.A.TUR S.r.l., arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Lugano is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Locarno to Lugano.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

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