4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Parma to Lugano
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
171 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Parma to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Parma to Lugano will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 9 buses that leave Parma for Lugano every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 171 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Parma to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Parma to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 171 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Parma to Lugano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Parma to Lugano coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 09:05 Parma | 5h40 | 14:45 Lugano | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:45 Parma | 4h45 | 23:30 Lugano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 8 March | |||||
| 2494 | 04:12 Parma, Terminal Bus | 3h43 | 07:55 Lugano, Via Ciani | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Itabus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Itabus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Gruppo Di Maio to find the best option for your trip from Parma to Lugano.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Parma to Lugano
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Buses from Parma to Lugano run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 171 km distance in 3h 43m.
Distance 171 km |
Average bus duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 43m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Gruppo Di Maio from Parma to LuganoYou can travel by bus between Parma to Lugano with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Gruppo Di Maio for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Parma to Lugano coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Parma to Lugano by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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