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

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Locarno is to fly and train which costs SFr 30 - SFr 150 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 6h 39m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 150.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at Locarno via Amara-Donostia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, Marne La Vallee Chessy and Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 28m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Locarno?

The distance between Bilbao and Locarno is 1082 km. The road distance is 1274 km.

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

The best way to get from Bilbao to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 21h 28m and costs SFr 300 - SFr 650.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Bilbao to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Locarno train from?

Bilbao to Locarno train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to Locarno?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Locarno is to train which takes 21h 28m and costs SFr 300 - SFr 650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 160 and takes 25h 7m.

Where does the Bilbao to Locarno train arrive?

Bilbao to Locarno train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Amara-Donostia station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Locarno is 1274 km. It takes approximately 14h 24m to drive from Bilbao to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

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

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

Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
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1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane BIO - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
6h 39m
CHF 33–144
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Marne La Vallee Chessytrain Tgv
4. Take the train from Marne La Vallee Chessy to Lausannetrain Tgv
5. Take the train from Lausanne to Locarnotrain Ic
21h 28m
CHF 307–619
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Annemassebus FlixBus N1156
2. Take the train from Genève to Locarnotrain Ic
23h 6m
CHF 188–328
Drive 1,274 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Locarnocar 1,274 km
14h 24m
CHF 201–290
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BIO - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
6h 49m
CHF 123–325
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane BIO - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
9h 40m
CHF 70–244
Bus, train via Bordeaux
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
23h 42m
CHF 90–124
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bayonne - Quai de Lesseps Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Bayonne to Zurich Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Zurich to Castione-Arbedobus
25h 7m
CHF 92–156

Bilbao to Locarno by train

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21h 28mAverage Duration

CHF 307Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,081.8 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Locarno via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, Marne La Vallee Chessy, and Lausanne in around 21h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bilbao to Locarno, Debarcadero via Bayonne, Zurich Bus Station, Zurich, Castione-Arbedo, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 25h 7m.

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