Bus from Rome to Lugano: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Rome to Lugano on January 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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FlixBusBus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
LuganoNo tags
FlixBusBus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
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FlixBusBus
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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FlixBusBus
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Rome to Lugano

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 7 hours, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7hAverage Duration
538 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $254Average Duration13h 20m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$59 - $59Average Duration7h
23kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rome to Lugano by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Lugano?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Lugano start from $37. The average price for this route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Rome to Lugano?

    The average bus travel time from Rome to Lugano is 13h 20m, covering a distance of 539 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by MarinoBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Rome to Lugano route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus, MarinoBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Rome to Lugano?

    The earliest bus departs from Rome to Lugano at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Lugano?

    A bus trip from Rome to Lugano generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Rome to Lugano?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 908 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Lugano?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company MarinoBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.3.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Rome to Lugano?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is MarinoBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Lugano?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is MarinoBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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