The cheapest and fastest buses from Tirano to Lugano
Cheapest price
€50
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tirano to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tirano to Lugano will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tirano for Lugano on Thu, Jun 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest buses will take 5 h 18 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.
12:20 PM3h10Tirano3:30 PMLugano€501One-way0 transfers
4:40 AM5h18Tirano9:58 AMLugano€601One-way0 transfers
12:20 PM3h10Tirano3:30 PMLugano€501One-way0 transfers
4:40 AM5h18Tirano9:58 AMLugano€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Tirano to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tirano to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 19m. 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 €50, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €59 Average price |
2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tirano to Lugano
Buses from Tirano to Lugano run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €38 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:13, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 97 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 2h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 12:13 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar from Tirano to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Tirano to Lugano with BlaBlaCar for as low as €38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Tirano to Lugano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tirano 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.

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