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

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Locarno is to train via Locarno which costs SFr 29 - SFr 50 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alba to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Alba and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Alba to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Alba and arriving at Locarno via Torino Porta Susa and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Alba to Locarno?

The distance between Alba and Locarno is 319 km. The road distance is 221.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Alba to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Alba to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba to Locarno train from?

Alba to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Alba station.

Where does the Alba to Locarno train arrive?

Alba to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Torino Porta Susa station.

Can I drive from Alba to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba to Locarno is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Alba to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2916+ hotels available in Locarno.

Alba to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Alba to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
4h 49m
CHF 57–95
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the bus from Turin Porta Susa to Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2bus
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Luganotrain S50
6h 36m
CHF 24–74
Drive 221.2 km
1. Drive from Alba to Locarnocar 221.2 km
2h 55m
CHF 37–54
Train via Locarno
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta di Susa to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
5h 40m
CHF 29–46

Alba to Locarno by train

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Distance: 318.9 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Alba, Piemonte, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Alba to Locarno via Torino Porta Susa and Milano Centrale in around 4h 49m.

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