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How to get from Trieste to Lugano?

Are you planning to travel to Lugano from Trieste 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 Trieste to Lugano, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Trieste and Lugano, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Trenitalia, SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, FlixBus or Hellö), 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 Trieste and Lugano, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Trieste Lugano trip.

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

Trieste to Lugano bus

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

Trieste to Lugano train

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

Carpooling Trieste Lugano

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

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

Travel information for Trieste Lugano

City of departure
Trieste
Italy
Friuli-Venezia Giulia
Destination city
Lugano
Switzerland
Distance
233 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Trieste to Lugano easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Trieste to Lugano 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 Trieste and Lugano that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as Trenitalia, SBB CFF FFS, Trenord, FlixBus or Hellö to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Trieste and Lugano with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Trieste and Lugano

Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Trieste to Lugano?
Friendliness Carpooling between Trieste and Lugano is often more pleasant and friendly than other modes of transport, especially if you share the journey with nice people.
Reliability You should rely on the driver's punctuality and reliability for your Trieste Lugano journey. They are not always on time.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Trieste to Lugano?
Environmentally friendly The Trieste-Lugano train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Trieste Lugano train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Trieste to Lugano?
On-board services Modern buses between Trieste and Lugano are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Trieste to Lugano are usually much slower than trains to Lugano to cover the 233 mi distance.

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

Trieste departure bus stations

Trieste Centrale
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Trieste Departure Stations

Trieste Centrale
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Lugano arrival coach stations

Lugano Nord
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Lugano Arrival Stations

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Lugano-Paradiso
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coach Trieste Lugano

The average price of a bus ticket for the Trieste-Lugano route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Trieste to Lugano on Vivanoda.

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

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

Bus companies Trieste Lugano

FlixBus
FlixBus
Hellö
Hellö
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Trains Trieste Lugano

Trains between Trieste and Lugano are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

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

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

Train companies from Trieste to Lugano

Trenitalia
Trenitalia
SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Trenord
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Carpool Trieste Lugano

The average cost of a carpool from Trieste to Lugano 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 Trieste to Lugano, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Trieste to Lugano depends on the driver and the type of vehicle used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

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

Carpooling platform Trieste Lugano

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