Bus Tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

TodayJul 30
from US$72
TomorrowJul 31
from US$68
FriAug 1
SatAug 2
SunAug 3
from US$74
MonAug 4
from US$71
TueAug 5
from US$65
WedAug 6

Next departures to Lugano

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Südbahnhof
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: Frankfurt Hbf
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: FRA Frankfurt airport
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: FRA Frankfurt airport
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Frankfurt am Main
    Departure location: FRA Frankfurt airport
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: Lugano
    Destination location: Lugano
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

Bus
Average PriceUS$41 - US$126Average Duration11h 10m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$83 - US$84Average Duration11h 16m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool
Average PriceUS$59 - US$59Average Duration6h 20m
19kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 6 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
6h 20mAverage Duration
US$59Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Lugano: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$69
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 10m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance449 km
Latest bus departure8:00pm

Frankfurt am Main to Lugano Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Frankfurt am Main - Lugano

  1. What is the distance between Frankfurt am Main and Lugano?

    Frankfurt am Main and Lugano are 458 km (284 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano?

    Buses departing from Frankfurt Airport in Frankfurt am Main will take you to Arrêt D'autobus Lugano in Lugano.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-28
US$57
07-29
US$61
Today
US$68
07-31
US$67
08-01
US$83
08-02
US$56
08-03
US$72
08-04
US$67
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano was searched and found on Aug 2, 2025 with a price of US$56

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$56 to US$122 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$56 which is on 2025-08-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Frankfurt am Main by bus?

Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

You can also go to Lugano by train

Train from Frankfurt am Main to Lugano

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