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How to get from Florence to Lugano?

Planning to travel to Florence from Lugano and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Florence to Lugano, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Florence and Lugano, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, Trenitalia, Blablabus or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Florence to Lugano, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Florence Lugano trip.

For your trip from Florence to Lugano, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Florence to Lugano

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Florence to Lugano, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Florence to Lugano train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Florence Lugano train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Florence Lugano

Carpooling from Florence to Lugano is perfect if you want to travel to Lugano in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Florence or Lugano.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Florence to Lugano transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Florence Lugano Travel Information

Departure city
Florence
Italy
Tuscany
Destination city
Lugano
Switzerland
Distance
191 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Florence to Lugano easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Florence to Lugano easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Florence and Lugano that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, Trenitalia, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Florence and Lugano with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Florence and Lugano

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Florence to Lugano?
Environmentally friendly The Florence Lugano train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Cost Florence Lugano train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Florence to Lugano?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Florence and Lugano, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Florence-Lugano buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Florence to Lugano?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Florence to Lugano.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Florence and Lugano.

Where to start from in Florence? Where do I arrive in Lugano?

Florence Departure Bus Stations

Florence
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Departure stations in Florence

Firenze Campo di Marte
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella
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Lugano arrival bus stations

Lugano Nord
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Lugano Arrival Stations

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Lugano-Paradiso
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Bus Florence Lugano

The duration of the bus trip between Florence and Lugano usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Lugano for your travel date.

Buses between Florence and Lugano usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Florence-Lugano bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Florence Lugano

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Florence Lugano

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Florence to Lugano at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Florence to Lugano. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Florence and Lugano.

The average train journey time from Florence to Lugano depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Lugano are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

Train companies between Florence and Lugano

SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Trenord
Trenord
Trenitalia
Trenitalia
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Carpool Florence Lugano

The average cost of a carpool ride from Florence to Lugano depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Florence-Lugano, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Florence Lugano trip to discuss these issues.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Florence to Lugano depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpooling platform Florence Lugano

Blablacar
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