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 30 - SFr 60 and takes 5h 24m.

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 5h 12m.

How far is it from Alba to Locarno?

The distance between Alba and Locarno is 318 km. The road distance is 221.3 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 5h 12m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m 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.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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
5h 12m
CHF 60–163
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the bus from Torino - Autostazione Corso Bolzano to Milan Malpensa Airportbus
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain S50
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
6h 23m
CHF 26–139
Drive 221.3 km
1. Drive from Alba to Locarnocar 221.3 km
2h 55m
CHF 36–52
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 24m
CHF 32–58

Alba to Locarno by train

96Weekly Trains

5h 12mAverage Duration

CHF 60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 317.8 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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 5h 12m.

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