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How to get from Venice to Lugano?

Planning to travel to Venice 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 Venice to Lugano, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Venice and Lugano, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Trenitalia, ÖBB, Italo (NTV), FlixBus or Blablabus), 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 Venice to Lugano, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Venice Lugano trip.

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

Bus tickets from Venice to Lugano

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

Venice to Lugano train tickets

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

Carpooling Venice Lugano

Carpooling from Venice 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 Venice or Lugano.

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

Venice Lugano Travel Information

Departure city
Venice
Italy
Veneto
Destination city
Lugano
Switzerland
Distance
167 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus and carpooling
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Plan your trip from Venice to Lugano easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Venice 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 Venice and Lugano that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Trenitalia, ÖBB, Italo (NTV), FlixBus or Blablabus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Venice and Lugano with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Venice and Lugano

Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Venice to Lugano?
Price The price of bus tickets from Venice to Lugano are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Lugano (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Travel time Buses from Venice to Lugano are mostly much slower than trains to Lugano to cover the 167 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Venice to Lugano?
Flexible Carpooling from Venice to Lugano is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Venice to Lugano?
Landscapes Trains between Venice and Lugano often provide breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Flexibility Venice Lugano train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.

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

Venice Departure Bus Stations

Mestre (Train station)
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Venice (Tronchetto)
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Venice (Airport VCE)
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Departure stations in Venice

Venezia Mestre
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Venezia Santa Lucia
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Lugano arrival bus stations

Lugano Nord
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Lugano Arrival Stations

Lugano
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Lugano-Paradiso
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Bus Venice Lugano

The frequency of departures to Venice from Lugano varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Lugano, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Venice-Lugano varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Venice-Lugano bus prices on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Venice 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.

Bus companies Venice Lugano

FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
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Trains Venice Lugano

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Venice 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 Venice and Lugano.

Train tickets from Venice to Lugano can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

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

Train companies between Venice and Lugano

Trenitalia
Trenitalia
ÖBB
ÖBB
Italo (NTV)
Italo (NTV)
SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Trenord
Trenord
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Carpool Venice Lugano

Carpooling is considered a greener option than other modes of transportation, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Venice 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 Venice-Lugano, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

It is possible to book a carpool at the last minute, but this depends on the availability of drivers and the demand for the trip. It is recommended that you book your ride in advance to guarantee your trip.

Carpooling platform Venice Lugano

Blablacar
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