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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Zurich to Canton Ticino

Composite routes from Zurich to Canton Ticino

Cheapest
2 h 48 min
Car
221 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$26.09

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
info@gruppodimaio.it
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Zürich to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

Airlines

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$923.91

Ethiopian Airlines

Website:
ethiopianairlines.com/
Plane from Zurich Airport to Malpensa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$260.87

Train operators

Trenord

Phone:
+39 02 7249 4494
Email:
my-link@trenord.it
Website:
trenord.it/
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.07

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.78–$119.57
Train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.09–$47.83

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
info@regiojet.cz
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lugano
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$18.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino is to bus which costs $14.13 - $29.35 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Canton Ticino?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zürich and arriving at Lugano. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Canton Ticino?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Lugano. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

The distance between Zurich and Canton Ticino is 177 km. The road distance is 205.5 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Canton Ticino without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

The train from Zürich HB to Lugano takes 1h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Canton Ticino bus from?

Zurich to Canton Ticino bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Canton Ticino train from?

Zurich to Canton Ticino train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

The best way to get from Zurich to Canton Ticino is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $59.78 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $29.35 and takes 2h 51m. There are no good options to fly between Zurich to Canton Ticino.

Where does the Zurich to Canton Ticino bus arrive?

Zurich to Canton Ticino bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Zurich to Canton Ticino train arrive?

Zurich to Canton Ticino train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Canton Ticino is 206 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Zurich to Canton Ticino.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Canton Ticino?

Book your Zurich to Canton Ticino train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Canton Ticino?

There are 1271+ hotels available in Canton Ticino. Prices start at $49.25 per night.
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