Signature route
Zurich → Lugano, beyond the Gotthard.
From Zurich Airport to Ticino through Central Switzerland and the Gotthard tunnel, about two and a half hours.
Itinerary
The journey, step by step.
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- 0 kmZurich Airport
Met at the aircraft or terminal.
- 45 kmZug
Motorway to Central Switzerland.
- 120 kmGöschenen
Entrance to the Gotthard road tunnel.
- 137 kmAirolo
Out of the tunnel, into Ticino.
- 190 kmBellinzona
Down the Leventina valley.
- 215 kmLugano
Arrival at the hotel, office or residence.
- Distance
- ≈ 215 km
- Indicative time
- ≈ 2 h 30
- From
- Zurich Airport
- To
- Lugano
Indicative distances and times, depending on route, season and traffic.
The way into Italian-speaking Switzerland.
Lugano is Switzerland’s third financial centre and the gateway to Ticino. From Zurich the road runs through the Gotthard tunnel; our chauffeurs plan around the traffic, which can be heavy at peak times and during holidays.
The drive combines easily with a stop in Lucerne, or a continuation to Milan or Lake Como on request.
- Met on arrival or at the address of your choice
- Mercedes-Benz with an experienced chauffeur
- Close protection on request
- Vehicles equipped for winter
Questions, answered.
How long is the drive from Zurich to Lugano?
About two and a half hours, longer if there is a queue at the Gotthard.
Can you continue to Milan or Lake Como?
Yes, on request, departing from Switzerland. Every international transfer is confirmed case by case.
Do you also drive the return journey?
Yes, with the same chauffeur or a return planned for the date of your choice.
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