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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Venice - Tronchetto | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Venice - Mestre Bus Station | Arrêt D'autobus Lugano | Fastest |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Venice to Lugano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 3 hours, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Venice and Lugano?
Stops in Venice
- A
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy - B
Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre
Viale Stazione 6, 30171 Venezia, Italy - DViale Stazione 36, 30171 Mestre - Venice
- E
Mestre Tangenziale
Rotonda Romea, 1, 30175 Venezia VE, Italy - F
fermata dell'autobus Venezia
Via de le Motte, 25, 30141 Venezia, Italy
Stops in Lugano
- AVia Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
- B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland - C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Venice 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Venice to Lugano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Venice to Lugano start from $28. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Venice to Lugano?
The average bus travel time from Venice to Lugano is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 261 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Venice to Lugano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Venice to Lugano?
The earliest bus departs from Venice to Lugano at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Venice to Lugano?
A bus trip from Venice to Lugano generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Venice to Lugano?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11230 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Venice to Lugano?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Venice to Lugano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Venice to Lugano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Venice to Lugano was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $31To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Venice to Lugano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $31 to $88 for a bus ticket from Venice to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-30.
