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

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 6h 10m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 280.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and arriving at Locarno via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Brussels to Locarno?

The distance between Brussels and Locarno is 1096 km. The road distance is 788.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Brussels to Locarno without a car is to train via Paris which takes 9h 18m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 410.

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

It takes approximately 9h 18m to get from Brussels to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Locarno train from?

Brussels to Locarno train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Train or bus from Brussels to Locarno?

The best way to get from Brussels to Locarno is to train via Paris which takes 9h 18m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 38m.

Where does the Brussels to Locarno train arrive?

Brussels to Locarno train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Locarno is 788 km. It takes approximately 8h 15m to drive from Brussels to Locarno.

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

Book your Brussels to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Locarno.

Brussels to Locarno - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Brussels to Locarno by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, train, car, plane, or train (TGV)

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 Paris
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nord
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Zuerich HbTgv
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to BellinzonaIc2 / ...
9h 18m
CHF 138–402
Fly Brussels Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)BRU - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarno
6h 51m
CHF 46–160
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to BernN506 / ...
2. Take the train from Bern to LocarnoIc
13h 24m
CHF 95–221
Drive 788.1 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Locarno788.1 km
8h 15m
CHF 126–182
Fly Brussels Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)BRU - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
6h 14m
CHF 66–207
Train
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to StrasbourgTgv
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarno
11h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to LuganoBlaBlaCar Bus
13h 38m
CHF 47–104
Fly Brussels Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BRU - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
6h 10m
CHF 125–272
Bus to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Brussels Midi / Brussels South West to Charleroi Airport
2. Fly from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)CRL - BGY
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
7h 47m
CHF 54–214
Fly Brussels Airport to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)BRU - GVA
2. Take the train from Genève-Aéroport to Locarno
9h 52m
CHF 173–358

Brussels to Locarno by train

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9h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 138Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,096.3 km
Duration: 9h 18m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Locarno via Paris Nord, Paris Gare De Lyon, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Bellinzona in around 9h 18m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Brussels - Midi Train Station to Lugano once daily. Tickets cost CHF 35–95 and the journey takes 12h 5m.

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