The cheapest and fastest buses from Bergamo to Lugano
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€14
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 45 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bergamo to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bergamo to Lugano will cost around €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 6 buses that leave Bergamo for Lugano on Sat, Nov 22, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




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Compare train and bus for Bergamo to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bergamo to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 39m. 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 €16, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 65 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€29 Average price Cheapest | €36 Average price |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bergamo to Lugano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bergamo to Lugano buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 5h30 | 6:10 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:25 PM Bergamo, Autostazione | 4h25 | 9:50 PM Lugano, Via Ciani | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bergamo to Lugano
Buses from Bergamo to Lugano run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 65 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 03:45 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus from Bergamo to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Bergamo to Lugano with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Itabus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bergamo to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bergamo to Lugano by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bergamo, Autostazione, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Lugano, Via Ciani, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
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