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How to get from Lugano to Athens?

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

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

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

Lugano to Athens bus

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

Lugano to Athens train

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

Flights Lugano Athens

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

Carpooling Lugano Athens

Carpooling between Lugano and Athens is perfect if you want to travel to Athens 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 Athens.

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

Travel information for Lugano Athens

City of departure
Lugano
Switzerland
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
936 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Lugano to Athens easily with Vivanoda

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

Comparison of the modes of transport between Lugano and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Lugano to Athens?
Speed Lugano to Athens trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Environmentally friendly The Lugano-Athens train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Lugano Athens train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Lugano Athens train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Lugano to Athens?
Flexible Carpooling from Lugano to Athens is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Lugano to Athens.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, due to his or her attitude or driving style.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Lugano to Athens.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Lugano to Athens?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Lugano to Athens, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Lugano and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 936 mi between Lugano and Athens.
Security checks Travellers to Athens often have to arrive at Lugano airport early due to strict security checks.
Prices Air tickets from Lugano to Athens can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Lugano to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Lugano and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Prices Coach tickets from Lugano to Athens are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Athens (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travellers.
Travel time Buses from Lugano to Athens are usually much slower than trains to Athens to cover the 936 mi distance.
Comfort Lugano-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.

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

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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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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coach Lugano Athens

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

Buses between Lugano and Athens usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

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

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when booking. In most cases, cancelling or changing your Lugano-Athens coach ticket will incur additional costs.

Bus companies Lugano Athens

FlixBus
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Blablabus
Blablabus
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Trains Lugano Athens

To get the best deals on train tickets between Lugano and Athens, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with the timetable and compare the ticket prices with Vivanoda.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Lugano to Athens. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Lugano and Athens.

Trains between Lugano and Athens 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.

There are discounts for children, students and seniors travelling by train from Lugano to Athens, 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.

Train companies from Lugano to Athens

SBB CFF FFS
SBB CFF FFS
Trenord
Trenord
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Flights Lugano Athens

Airlines Lugano Athens

Darwin Airline
Darwin Airline
Minoan Air
Minoan Air
Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Alitalia
Alitalia
Easyjet
Easyjet
Ryanair
Ryanair
Air One
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Carpool Lugano Athens

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.

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

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

The duration of a carpool trip between Lugano and Athens 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 platform Lugano Athens

Blablacar
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