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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 36 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Locarno is to drive which takes 5h 17m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 130.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Ancona Nord and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Bellinzona, Piazza Orico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Ancona and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Ancona to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Locarno via Bologna centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

How far is it from Ancona to Locarno?

The distance between Ancona and Locarno is 527 km. The road distance is 531.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Locarno without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 46m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Ancona to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Locarno bus from?

Ancona to Locarno bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Ancona Nord station.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Ancona to Locarno?

The best way to get from Ancona to Locarno is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 46m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 36 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Ancona to Locarno bus arrive?

Ancona to Locarno bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Where does the Ancona to Locarno train arrive?

Ancona to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ancona to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Locarno is 531 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Ancona to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Locarno.

Ancona to Locarno - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Ancona to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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

Train via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
5h 46m
CHF 51–136
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Milano, San Donato M3bus 420
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
8h 13m
CHF 35–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona Nord to Bellinzonabus
7h 42m
CHF 37–40
Drive 531.1 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Locarnocar 531.1 km
5h 17m
CHF 86–124
Fly Raffaello Sanzio Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane AOI - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
5h 51m
CHF 90–215
Train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
6h 23m
CHF 74–216
Fly Raffaello Sanzio Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane AOI - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
8h 35m
CHF 55–348
Train to Abruzzo Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Pescara Centraletrain
2. Fly from Abruzzo Airport (PSR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane PSR - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 12m
CHF 48–264

Ancona to Locarno by train

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5h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 527.2 km
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Ancona, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ancona to Locarno via Bologna centrale and Milano Centrale in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Ancona Nord to Bellinzona once a week. Tickets cost CHF 31 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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