How to travel from Florence to Lugano

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Travel Information to Lugano from Florence

distanceDistance190 miles (307 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain or bus
priceTicket price range$23 - $37
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $23 (€21) • 6 h 25 min
fastestFastest modeTrain • $37 (€33) • 3 h 33 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus or Frecciarossa

Take a train or bus to travel 190 miles (307 km) from Florence to Lugano. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus or Frecciarossa among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus or train from Florence to Lugano.

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from Florence to Lugano

How to get from Florence to Lugano by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Florence to Lugano is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

BlaBlaCar Bus94742+FlixBusFlixBus
02:15PM8h50
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11:05PMLugano, Via Ciani
$331One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
BlaBlaCar Bus94742+FlixBusFlixBus
02:15PM8h50
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
11:05PMLugano, Via Ciani
$331One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9512+TrenitaliaEuroCity 150
08:55AM3h33
Florence Santa Maria Novella
12:28PMLugano FLP
$1161One-way
1 transfer
Other options
RegionaleRegionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2460+TrenitaliaEuroCity 178
04:32AM7h18
Florence Santa Maria Novella
11:50AMLugano FLP
$721One-way
2 transfers
RegionaleTUSCANY LINE 18510 · Regionale 17820+TrenitaliaEuroCity 330
10:09AM7h19
Florence Santa Maria Novella
05:28PMLugano FLP
$861One-way
2 transfers
FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508+TrenitaliaEuroCity 178
07:55AM3h55
Florence Santa Maria Novella
11:50AMLugano FLP
$1161One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus
11:55AM7h10
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
07:05PMLugano, Via Ciani
$521One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
11:15AM7h50
Florence
07:05PMLugano, Via Ciani
$531One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
07:40AM8h05
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
03:45PMLugano, Via Ciani
$661One-way
1 transfer

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Find the best journey between Florence and Lugano with Omio's travel partners Frecciarossa, Italo and Trenitalia! You'll find the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Looking for a smooth and easy way to travel from Florence to Lugano? Book your Trenitalia Frecciarossa travel between Florence and Lugano with Omio today! Trenitalia is Italy’s national travel company that offers a wide variety of connections throughout the country, including the Florence to Lugano route. Omio shows you current Frecciarossa schedules and tickets to cover the 190 miles (307 km) distance. You can choose from fares like Super Economy, Economy, and Base for the best deals on this trip. Trenitalia discount cards can also be applied when purchasing your Frecciarossa ticket on Omio.

All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, bathrooms, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers. Frecciarossa covers long distances and connects major cities in Italy in just a few hours thanks to its high speed. These travel are renowned for their comfort, speed and reduced environmental impact and can reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). Frecciarossa offers all travelers ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience, and you can book Frecciarossa tickets with us in a few steps!

    FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

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