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

The cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 55 - SFr 140 and takes 16h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bratislava to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 6h 28m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 220.

Is there a direct train between Bratislava and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Bratislava to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Bratislava-Petrzalka and arriving at Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

How far is it from Bratislava to Locarno?

The distance between Bratislava and Locarno is 1027 km. The road distance is 868.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bratislava to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 11h 23m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 230.

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

It takes approximately 11h 23m to get from Bratislava to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Locarno train from?

Bratislava to Locarno train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Bratislava-Petrzalka station.

Train or bus from Bratislava to Locarno?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Locarno is to train which takes 11h 23m and costs SFr 140 - SFr 230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 55 - SFr 140 and takes 16h 30m.

Where does the Bratislava to Locarno train arrive?

Bratislava to Locarno train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Bratislava to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Bratislava to Locarno is 868 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Bratislava to Locarno.

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

Book your Bratislava to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2547+ hotels available in Locarno.

Bratislava to Locarno - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Bratislava to Locarno by train, bus, car, plane, or car 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
best
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ic2 / ...
11h 23m
CHF 144–230
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane VIE - BGY
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
7h 32m
CHF 47–239
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Zurich Bus Stationbus N882
2. Take the bus from Zurich to Castione-Arbedobus Senise
16h 30m
CHF 58–131
Drive 868.3 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Locarnocar 868.3 km
8h 58m
CHF 136–197
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane VIE - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
6h 53m
CHF 65–252
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava Most SNP to Flughafen Wienbus
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Sarganstrain Rjx
3. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
13h 49m
CHF 106–171
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Bratislava to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to München Ostcartrain
3. Drive from München Ost to Locarnocar
8h 45m
CHF 197–271
Fly Bratislava Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane BTS - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
6h 28m
CHF 58–219
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane VIE - LIN
3. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
7h 25m
CHF 50–186
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
6h 54m
CHF 124–298
Bus to Vienna International Airport, fly to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Saint Gallen-Altenrhein Airport (ACH)plane VIE - ACH
3. Take the train from Rorschach to Zürich HBtrain
4. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
8h 32m
CHF 278–510

Bratislava to Locarno by train

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11h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,026.7 km
Duration: 11h 23m

What companies run services between Bratislava, Slovakia and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Locarno via Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Bellinzona in around 11h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Locarno, Debarcadero via Zurich Bus Station, Zurich, Castione-Arbedo, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 16h 30m.

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