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How to get from Lugano to Athens?

Planning to travel to Lugano from Athens 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 Lugano to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Lugano and Athens, 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, FlixBus, Blablabus or Darwin Airline), 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 Lugano to Athens, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Lugano Athens trip.

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

Bus tickets from Lugano to Athens

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

Lugano to Athens train tickets

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

Lugano to Athens cheap flights

Many flights connect Lugano to Athens every day, offering a fast and convenient option for travelers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Athens in record time.

Carpooling Lugano Athens

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

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

Lugano Athens Travel Information

Departure city
Lugano
Switzerland
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
936 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from Lugano to Athens 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 Lugano and Athens that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, FlixBus, Blablabus or Darwin Airline to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Lugano and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Lugano and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Lugano to Athens?
Speed Lugano to Athens trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Environmentally friendly The Lugano Athens train is considered a more environmentally friendly way to travel than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Lugano Athens train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Cost Lugano Athens train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Lugano to Athens?
Flexible Carpooling from Lugano to Athens is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Lugano to Athens.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Comfort You have to share the space of the car with the other passengers during the whole trip between Lugano and Athens.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Lugano to Athens?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Lugano to Athens, both direct and with a stopover, giving travelers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Lugano and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 936 mi between Lugano and Athens.
Security Checks Travelers to Athens often have to arrive at Lugano airport early due to strict security checks.
Prices Airline tickets from Lugano to Athens can be more expensive than train or bus tickets, especially during busy periods (vacations, weekends, etc.).
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Lugano to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Lugano and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Price The price of bus tickets from Lugano to Athens are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Athens (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Travel time Buses from Lugano to Athens are mostly much slower than trains to Athens to cover the 936 mi distance of the trip.
Comfort Lugano-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.

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

Lugano Departure Bus Stations

Lugano Nord
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Departure stations in Lugano

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Lugano-Paradiso
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Departure airports in Lugano

Lugano
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Bus Lugano Athens

Most buses between Lugano and Athens are new and offer on-board power outlets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Buses between Lugano and Athens 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.

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

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Lugano-Athens bus ticket will incur additional costs.

Bus companies Lugano Athens

FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
Blablabus
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Trains Lugano Athens

To get the best train fares between Lugano and Athens, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

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

Trains between Lugano and Athens are equipped with power outlets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power outlets are available in most cars, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from Lugano to Athens that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train companies between Lugano and Athens

SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Trenord
Trenord
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Flights Lugano Athens

Airlines Lugano Athens

Darwin Airline
Darwin Airline
Minoan Air
Minoan Air
Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Alitalia
Alitalia
Easyjet
Easyjet
Ryanair
Ryanair
Air One
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Carpool Lugano Athens

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 Lugano to Athens 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 Lugano-Athens, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

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

The duration of a carpool trip between Lugano and Athens also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated duration of each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Lugano Athens

Blablacar
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