Bus from Venice to Lugano: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Venice to Lugano on 6 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus Bus
Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)
LuganoCheapestFastest
Flixbus Bus
Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)
LuganoNo tags
Flixbus Bus
Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)
LuganoNo tags
Flixbus Bus
Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)
LuganoNo tags
Flixbus Bus
Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)
LuganoNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:43 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Venice 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 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 356, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
3hAverage duration
269 kmDistance
11kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 331 - R 1 645Average duration8h 5m
7kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 270 - R 2 248Average duration3h 58m
6kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 356 - R 611Average duration3h
11kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Venice to Lugano by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Venice to Lugano start at R 331. The average price for this route is around R 702. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Venice to Lugano?

    The average bus journey time from Venice to Lugano is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 268 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. 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.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Venice to Lugano?

    The earliest bus departs from Venice to Lugano at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.

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

    A bus trip from Venice to Lugano produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. 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 11278 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

  9. 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.

Best price found
03/01
R 408
04/01
R 387
Today
R 569
06/01
R 608
07/01
No data
08/01
R 410
09/01
No data
10/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Venice to Lugano was searched and found on 04 Jan 2026 with a price of R 387

To 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 R 387 to R 976 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 R 410, which is on 2026-01-08.

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