How to travel from Lugano to Bergamo

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Compare bus and train for Lugano to Bergamo

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a train costs an average of $33.

Distance: 40 miles (65 km)

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Driving

$44

Average price

$32

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Cheapest

$84

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 33m

Average total duration

2h 3m

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30m

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2h 24m

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1h 54m

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1h 25m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Lugano to Bergamo is a bus with an average price of $32 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Bergamo:

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Bergamo costing on average $44 (€36).

The fastest way to travel from Lugano to Bergamo is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lugano and Bergamo including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Lugano to Bergamo among Omio's users.

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from Lugano to Bergamo

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 AM3h55
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    1:10 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    $411One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:15 AM3h55
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    1:10 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    $411One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • GoOpti
    4:00 PM2h45
    Agno, Lugano Airport (Parcheggio sosta breve)
    6:45 PMOrio al Serio, Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport
    $7301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 13+RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2223 · Autobus TRENORD 9377A
    9:30 AM3h05
    Lugano FLP
    12:35 PMBergamo station
    $431One-way
    2 transfers
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 15+RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2227 · Autobus TRENORD 9381A
    11:30 AM3h05
    Lugano FLP
    2:35 PMBergamo station
    $431One-way
    2 transfers
  • TrenitaliaEuroCity 31+RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2225 · Autobus TRENORD 9379A
    10:30 AM3h05
    Lugano FLP
    1:35 PMBergamo station
    $431One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:15 PM3h55
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    5:10 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    $451One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:20 PM4h25
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    8:45 PMBergamo, Autostazione
    $521One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:15 AM4h15
    Lugano, Via Ciani
    9:30 AMBergamo, Autostazione
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Lugano to Bergamo

Travel to Bergamo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lugano to Bergamo.

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There are 2 options to travel between Lugano and Bergamo including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Lugano to Bergamo is a bus with an average price of $32 (€26).

This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Bergamo:

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Bergamo costing on average $44 (€36).

The fastest way to travel from Lugano to Bergamo is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 3m.

The distance from Lugano to Bergamo is approximately 40 miles (65 km).
The average frequency per day from Lugano to Bergamo is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lugano and Bergamo as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Lugano to Bergamo:
  • Trains mostly depart from Lugano FLP and arrive in Bergamo station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Lugano, Via Ciani and arrive in Bergamo, Autostazione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Lugano to Bergamo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Trenitalia, Regionale, Trenord to go to Bergamo by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Bergamo by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Lugano to Bergamo:
  • 2 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Lugano to Bergamo often also extend their vacation to go to Milan, Verona, Como, Rome, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Bergamo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Bergamo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Bergamo, you can enjoy outdoor activities in Parco dei Colli with its scenic trails, explore vibrant local markets for authentic Italian goods, and take a guided tour of the Venetian Walls, a UNESCO World Heritage site. For cultural experiences, visit the Donizetti Theatre for live performances or enjoy a culinary tour to taste traditional Bergamo dishes and local wines. Discover the historic Città Alta with its medieval architecture, stroll through Piazza Vecchia, and admire the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. Art enthusiasts can visit the Accademia Carrara, while Rocca di Bergamo offers panoramic city views.
Two to three days in Bergamo is ideal to explore its historic Città Alta, enjoy local cuisine, and visit key sites like the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and Accademia Carrara.

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