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

The cheapest way to get from Bregenz to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bregenz to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Bregenz and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Bregenz to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Bregenz and arriving at Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Bregenz to Locarno?

The distance between Bregenz and Locarno is 300 km. The road distance is 225.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bregenz to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 160.

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

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

Where do I catch the Bregenz to Locarno train from?

Bregenz to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Bregenz station.

Train or bus from Bregenz to Locarno?

The best way to get from Bregenz to Locarno is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Bregenz to Locarno train arrive?

Bregenz to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Bregenz to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Bregenz to Locarno is 225 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Bregenz to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Locarno.

Bregenz to Locarno - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bregenz to Locarno by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bregenz to Zürich HBtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
4h 4m
CHF 87–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bregenz bus station to Bellinzonabus FlixBus 076
5h 7m
CHF 23–34
Drive 225.3 km
1. Drive from Bregenz to Locarnocar 225.3 km
2h 38m
CHF 35–51
Train via Arth
1. Take the train from St. Gallen to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Locarnotrain Ir46 / ...
6h 7m
Bus via Chur
1. Take the bus from Feldkirch, Bahnhof to Sargans, Bahnhofbus 11
2. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
6h 58m

Bregenz to Locarno by train

62Weekly Trains

4h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 87Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bregenz to Locarno.

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Distance: 299.5 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Bregenz, Austria and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bregenz to Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bregenz bus station to Bellinzona once daily. Tickets cost CHF 16–23 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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