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How to get from Salzburg to Lugano?

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

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

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

Salzburg to Lugano bus

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

Salzburg to Lugano train

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

Flights Salzburg Lugano

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

Carpooling Salzburg Lugano

Carpooling between Salzburg 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 Salzburg or Lugano.

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

Travel information for Salzburg Lugano

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

Plan your trip from Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 SBB CFF FFS, ÖBB, MÁV, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Salzburg and Lugano with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Salzburg and Lugano

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Salzburg to Lugano?
Prices Coach tickets from Salzburg to Lugano are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Lugano (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 Salzburg and Lugano, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Salzburg-Lugano buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Travel time Buses from Salzburg to Lugano are usually much slower than trains to Lugano to cover the 229 mi distance.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Salzburg to Lugano?
Landscapes Trains between Salzburg and Lugano often offer breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Comfort Trains between Salzburg and Lugano generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Cost Salzburg Lugano train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Salzburg Lugano train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Salzburg to Lugano?
Speed Flying between Salzburg and Lugano is the fastest way to travel the 229 mi between Salzburg and Lugano.
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Salzburg to Lugano, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Prices Air tickets from Salzburg to Lugano can be more expensive than train or coach tickets, especially during busy periods (holidays, weekends, etc.).
Security checks Travellers to Lugano often have to arrive at Salzburg airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Salzburg to Lugano?
Economical Carpooling from Salzburg to Lugano is often the most economical way to travel.
Flexible Carpooling from Salzburg to Lugano is often more flexible than other modes of transport.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Salzburg to Lugano 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 Salzburg? Where do I arrive in Lugano?

Salzburg departure bus stations

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

Salzburg Hbf
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Departure airports in Salzburg

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
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Lugano arrival coach stations

Lugano Nord
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Lugano Arrival Stations

Lugano
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Lugano Arrival Airports

Lugano
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coach Salzburg Lugano

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Salzburg-Lugano 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 Salzburg and Lugano 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 Lugano for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Salzburg 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.

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

Bus companies Salzburg Lugano

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

The average train journey time from Salzburg to Lugano depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Lugano 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 Salzburg to Lugano, 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 Salzburg to Lugano at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

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

Train companies from Salzburg to Lugano

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

Airlines Salzburg Lugano

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

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

The duration of a carpool trip between Salzburg and Lugano 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 Salzburg and Lugano, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

Carpooling platform Salzburg Lugano

Blablacar
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