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How to get from Lugano to Salzburg?

Are you planning to travel to Salzburg from Lugano and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Lugano to Salzburg, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Lugano and Salzburg, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (ÖBB, SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, Eurolines CH or Blablabus), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Lugano and Salzburg, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Lugano Salzburg trip.

For your trip from Lugano to Salzburg, you have several transport options

Lugano to Salzburg bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Lugano to Salzburg, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Lugano to Salzburg train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Lugano Salzburg train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Lugano Salzburg

Many flights connect Lugano to Salzburg every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Salzburg in record time.

Carpooling Lugano Salzburg

Carpooling between Lugano and Salzburg is perfect if you want to travel to Salzburg in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Lugano or Salzburg.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Lugano to Salzburg transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Lugano Salzburg

City of departure
Lugano
Switzerland
Destination city
Salzburg
Austria
Salzburg
Distance
229 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Lugano to Salzburg easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Lugano to Salzburg easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Lugano and Salzburg that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as ÖBB, SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, Eurolines CH or Blablabus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Lugano and Salzburg with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Lugano and Salzburg

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Lugano to Salzburg?
Prices Coach tickets from Lugano to Salzburg are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Salzburg (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Lugano and Salzburg, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Lugano-Salzburg buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Lugano to Salzburg are usually much slower than trains to Salzburg to cover the 229 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Lugano to Salzburg?
Landscapes Trains between Lugano and Salzburg often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Comfort Trains between Lugano and Salzburg generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Cost Lugano Salzburg train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Lugano Salzburg train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Lugano to Salzburg?
Speed Flying between Lugano and Salzburg is the fastest way to travel the 229 mi between Lugano and Salzburg.
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Lugano to Salzburg, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Prices Air tickets from Lugano to Salzburg can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Security checks Travellers to Salzburg often have to arrive at Lugano airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Lugano to Salzburg?
Economical Carpooling from Lugano to Salzburg is often the most economical way to travel.
Flexible Carpooling from Lugano to Salzburg is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Lugano to Salzburg can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.

Where to start from in Lugano? Where do I arrive in Salzburg?

Lugano departure bus stations

Lugano Nord
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Lugano Departure Stations

Lugano
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Lugano-Paradiso
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Departure airports in Lugano

Lugano
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Salzburg arrival coach stations

Salzburg Hbf/Lastenstr.
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Salzburg Flughafen
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Salzburg P+R Süd
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Salzburg Arrival Stations

Salzburg Hbf
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Salzburg Arrival Airports

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
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coach Lugano Salzburg

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Lugano-Salzburg bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

The duration of the bus journey between Lugano and Salzburg usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Salzburg for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Lugano from Salzburg varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Salzburg, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

Most buses between Lugano and Salzburg are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

Bus companies Lugano Salzburg

Eurolines CH
Eurolines CH
Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
Hellö
Hellö
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Trains Lugano Salzburg

The average train journey time from Lugano to Salzburg depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Salzburg are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Lugano to Salzburg, which vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Lugano to Salzburg at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train tickets from Lugano to Salzburg can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Train companies from Lugano to Salzburg

ÖBB
ÖBB
SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Trenord
Trenord
MÁV
MÁV
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
Bayerische Oberlandbahn
Bayerische Oberlandbahn
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Flights Lugano Salzburg

Airlines Lugano Salzburg

Emerald Airways
Emerald Airways
InterSky
InterSky
Darwin Airline
Darwin Airline
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Carpool Lugano Salzburg

The average cost of a carpool from Lugano to Salzburg depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Lugano to Salzburg, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The duration of a carpool trip between Lugano and Salzburg also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Lugano and Salzburg, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Lugano Salzburg

Blablacar
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