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MASI Lugano
Lugano’s leading art museum presents major modern and contemporary exhibitions in a striking lakeside cultural complex.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rome to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Lugano will cost around $111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $100.
It's difficult to get from Rome to Lugano without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Rome to Lugano run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 333 miles (537 km) distance in 8h 50m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rome to Lugano.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:25PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Lugano buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 15h20 | 8:45 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h45 | 8:45 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 11h15 | 10:00 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 13h00 | 12:35 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h45 | 12:35 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h20 | 12:35 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 14h40 | 3:40 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:10 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 13h40 | 10:50 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h15 | 10:55 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina) | 13h30 | 12:30 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:10 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 12h20 | 12:30 AM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rome to Lugano with FlixBus, Itabus, and Infobus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Lugano’s leading art museum presents major modern and contemporary exhibitions in a striking lakeside cultural complex.
Intimate museum inside the church complex, famous for Bernardino Luini frescoes and Renaissance religious art of exceptional local importance.
Museum and archive dedicated to writer Hermann Hesse in nearby Montagnola. It is essential for literary fans and lovers of the Collina d’Oro setting.
Lugano’s elegant waterfront park offers flowerbeds, sculptures, and lake views. It is one of the city’s most relaxing and photogenic walking areas.
The city’s famous shopping street is lined with arcades, boutiques, and historic buildings. It is ideal for strolling through central Lugano.
Main square facing the lake and city hall, often animated by markets and events. It is the natural hub of Lugano’s historic center.
A rich polenta dish from Ticino, often topped with braised beef, rabbit, or cheese. It reflects the region's Alpine farming roots and northern Italian influence.
Slow-cooked beef braise in red wine, commonly served with polenta. It is a hearty Ticinese classic suited to the cooler mountain climate.
Lake fish such as perch or pike-perch, usually simply grilled or pan-fried. It showcases the fresh catch from nearby lakes in southern Switzerland.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining at Villa Principe Leopoldo, known for refined Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with panoramic views over Lugano.
Historic lakeside restaurant serving polished Ticinese and Italian dishes in a classic setting near Parco Ciani.
Traditional grotto-style venue above Lugano, appreciated for local specialties, grilled meats, polenta, and a rustic hillside atmosphere.
Very high by Swiss standards: hotels, dining, and local transport usually cost more than in nearby Italian cities and many European lake destinations.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for excellent restaurant service. Round up small taxi fares and café bills.
Official public transport app
Via Ciani, Lugano -> Piazza della Riforma, Lugano
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Most Rome to Lugano buses use the Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Lugano, Via Ciani station pair, with some services arriving at Lugano, Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani. Use this guide to compare Rome and Lugano bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Roma is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast-food options and a cafe.
Free public WiFi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs located at entrance area.
Ticket office support is available at Roma.
Available at Roma: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma: Wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms.