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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Locarno is to fly and train which costs SFr 35 - SFr 170 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 7h 30m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 320.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Bucharest to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Locarno via Budapest-Keleti, Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 39m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Locarno?

The distance between Bucharest and Locarno is 1496 km. The road distance is 1664 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Locarno without a car is to bus and train via Vienna which takes 22h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Bucharest to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Locarno train from?

Bucharest to Locarno train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Locarno?

Locarno is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 6:39 PM in Bucharest and 5:39 PM in Locarno.

Where does the Bucharest to Locarno train arrive?

Bucharest to Locarno train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Locarno is 1664 km. It takes approximately 18h 38m to drive from Bucharest to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2931+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Bucharest to Locarno by plane, 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.

Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane OTP - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 30m
CHF 101–314
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane BBU - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
8h 44m
CHF 37–170
Bus, train via Vienna
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
22h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
2. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
30h 39m
CHF 229–331
Drive 1,664 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Locarnocar 1,664 km
18h 38m
CHF 264–382
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane OTP - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
7h 43m
CHF 191–377
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane OTP - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
8h 13m
CHF 103–248
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane OTP - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
8h 40m
CHF 149–404
Fly Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Basel (BSL)plane BBU - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain
9h 43m
CHF 70–424
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bucureşti to Bresicabus
2. Take the train from Brescia to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
29h 32m
CHF 69–84
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Bergamobus
2. Take the train from Bergamo to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
34h 25m
CHF 126–210

Bucharest to Locarno by train

7Weekly Trains

30h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 229Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bucharest to Locarno.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,496.3 km
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Bucuresti Nord to Locarno via Budapest-Keleti, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Bellinzona in around 30h 39m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.