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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Hanover to Lugano. Traveling by bus from Hanover to Lugano usually takes around 18 hours and 49 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 442 mi (711 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 35m |
| Cheapest price | €54.74 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Hanover to Lugano?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Hanover to Lugano. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 3 | 18h 50m | €83.40 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 3 trips from Hanover to Lugano, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 49 minutes to cover the 711 kilometers from Hanover to Lugano. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 35 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Lugano. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Lugano, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 00:00 and the last bus leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all buses from Hanover to Lugano, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Hanover to Lugano every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Hanover to Lugano; ticket prices start at €80.78.
City Information
Hanover
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Situated on the River Leine, Hanover is the largest city in the German state of Lower Saxony. This historic city is now an important commercial center and home to a large university, the Leibniz University Hanover.
Aside from industry, Hanover is known for being a hub for festivals in Germany. The city is always celebrating something, but two of the biggest events are the hugely popular Oktoberfest Hanover and the Hanover Schutzenfest, a target shooting competition.
Even if you skip the revelry at these festivals, Hanover offers a rich cultural experience in its world-class museums, theaters, and galleries. One of Hanover's cultural centerpieces is the Hanover Opera House. Built in 1852, this impressive building hosts opera performances during opera season, from September to June.
Like most of Germany, Hanover is extremely accessible thanks to robust transport options. Hanover Airport is served by many major airlines, while the train station has many connections from various destinations across the country. Plus, intercity bus service on BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, FlixBus, and more connects Hanover to other German cities, including Dresden, Cologne, Hamburg, and more.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Hanover?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Hanover.
All bus stations in Hanover:
Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Lugano?
Main arrival station: Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani
All buses from Hanover arrive at one main station in Lugano.
Bus stations in Lugano:
Via Giacomo E Filippo Ciani
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