4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Lugano to Siena
Cheapest price on Sep 24
€30
Average ticket price on Sep 24
€30
Fastest journey on Sep 24
8 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 24
8 h 20 m
Buses on Sep 24
1
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lugano to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lugano to Siena will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Thu, Sep 24, we found 1 buses from Lugano to Siena, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 24 the direct buses cover the 353 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 20 m .
On Thu, Sep 24 the slowest buses will take 8 h 20 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.
7:50 PM8h20Lugano4:10 AMSiena€301One-way0 transfers
- 7:50 PM8h20Lugano4:10 AMSiena€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Lugano to Siena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lugano to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €47 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, while a train costs an average of €51.
Distance: 353 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €51 Average price | €156 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 2m Average total duration 7h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lugano to Siena:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lugano to Siena costing on average €51.
Other travel options to Siena take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 32m.
Live departures
Lugano to Siena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lugano to Siena buses for today, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:15 AM Lugano | 9h40 | 1:55 PM Siena | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 PM Lugano | 8h20 | 4:10 AM Siena | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lugano to Siena
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Buses from Lugano to Siena run on average 7 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 353 km distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 353 km |
Average bus duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus from Lugano to SienaYou can travel by bus between Lugano to Siena with FlixBus, Itabus, Infobus for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lugano to Siena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lugano to Siena 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 Siena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Lugano to Siena
Most Lugano to Siena buses use the Lugano, Via Ciani to Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) station pair. Use this guide to compare Lugano and Siena bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Lugano, Via Ciani from Lugano city centre
Which Siena station do buses from Lugano arrive at?
Getting to Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) from Siena city centre
Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) bus station facilities and services
Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli). ATMs are available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli): Wheelchair ramps are provided.
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