The cheapest and fastest buses from Tirano to Lugano
Cheapest price on Sep 11
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 11
€60
Fastest journey on Sep 11
6 h 47 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
6 h 47 m
Buses on Sep 11
1
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 €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
On Fri, Sep 11, we found 1 buses from Tirano to Lugano, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 11 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .
On Fri, Sep 11 the slowest buses will take 6 h 47 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.
5:53 AM6h47Tirano12:40 PMLugano€601One-way0 transfers
5:53 AM6h47Tirano12:40 PMLugano€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 an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €46, while a train costs an average of €75.
Distance: 97 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price | €23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Tirano to Lugano:
A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tirano to Lugano costing on average €75.
Other travel options to Lugano take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 15m.
Live departures
Tirano to Lugano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tirano to Lugano buses for today, Thursday, September 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 PM Tirano | 3h10 | 3:30 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 11 | |||||
![]() | 5:53 AM Tirano | 6h47 | 12:40 PM Lugano | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tirano to Lugano
Buses from Tirano to Lugano run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
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 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 12:13 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Bernina Express from Tirano to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Tirano to Lugano with BlaBlaCar, Bernina Express for as low as €37. 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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