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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Samedan to Lugano

Composite routes from Samedan to Lugano

Cheapest
2 h 27 min
Car
131 km.
from $7
Other
4 h 18 min
Train, Bus
90 km.
from $65.98
5 h 41 min
90 km.
from $249.82

Transport providers

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
info@sob.ch
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Chur to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Samedan to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$59.78
Train from Chur to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$43.48–$81.52
Train from Zürich HB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.35–$97.83

Rhätische Bahn

Phone:
+41 81 288 65 65
Website:
rhb.ch/en/home
Train from Samedan to Thusis
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$28.26–$33.70
Train from Samedan to Chur
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.30–$48.91

Glacier Express

Phone:
+41 81 288 65 65
Email:
info@glacierexpress.ch
Website:
glacierexpress.ch/en
Train from Samedan to Chur
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily

Bus operators

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
info@postauto.ch
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Thusis, Bahnhof to Bellinzona,
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.70–$13.04
Bus from St. Moritz, Bahnhof to Cassarate,
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$16.30

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Samedan to Lugano is to bus which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Samedan to Lugano is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct train between Samedan and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Samedan to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Samedan and arriving at Lugano via Chur and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Samedan to Lugano?

The distance between Samedan and Lugano is 169 km. The road distance is 180.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Samedan to Lugano without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $39.13 - $52.17 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Samedan to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Samedan to Lugano train from?

Samedan to Lugano train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, depart from Samedan station.

Train or bus from Samedan to Lugano?

The best way to get from Samedan to Lugano is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $130.43 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $15.22 - $22.83 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Samedan to Lugano train arrive?

Samedan to Lugano train services, operated by Rhätische Bahn, arrive at Chur station.

Can I drive from Samedan to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Samedan to Lugano is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Samedan to Lugano.

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

Book your Samedan to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

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