What is the cheapest way to get from Aarau to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Aarau to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aarau to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Aarau to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Aarau and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Aarau to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Aarau and arriving at Locarno via Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Aarau to Locarno?

The distance between Aarau and Locarno is 194 km. The road distance is 209 km.

How do I travel from Aarau to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Aarau to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aarau to Locarno?

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Aarau to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aarau to Locarno train from?

Aarau to Locarno train services, operated by Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, depart from Aarau station.

Where does the Aarau to Locarno train arrive?

Aarau to Locarno train services, operated by Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Aarau to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Aarau to Locarno is 209 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Aarau to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Aarau to Locarno?

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2912+ hotels available in Locarno.

Aarau to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Aarau to Locarno by train, car, or plane

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Aarau to Bellinzonatrain Ic
2h 37m
Drive 209 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aarau to Locarnocar 209 km
2h 31m
CHF 33–48
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
5h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Olten to Locarnotrain Ir26
5h 7m

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) flights

35Weekly Planes

58 minAverage Duration

CHF 52Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aarau to Locarno.

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Distance: 194.3 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Aarau, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

Schweizerische Bundesbahnen SBB operates a train from Aarau to Bellinzona twice a week, and the journey takes 2h 1m.

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