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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Locarno is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Locarno FART via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig and Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Locarno?

The distance between Chamonix and Locarno is 198 km. The road distance is 221.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Chamonix to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Locarno train from?

Chamonix to Locarno train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Locarno?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Locarno is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 95 and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Chamonix to Locarno train arrive?

Chamonix to Locarno train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Vallorcine station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Locarno is 222 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Chamonix to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2458+ hotels available in Locarno.

Chamonix to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chamonix 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 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to VallorcineTer
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
3. Take the train from Martigny to BrigIr
4. Take the train from Brig to DomodossolaIr / ...
5. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
6h 44m
CHF 50–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN1529 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bellinzona076
7h 36m
CHF 31–93
Drive 221.5 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Locarno221.5 km
3h 20m
CHF 36–51

Chamonix to Locarno by train

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6h 44mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Locarno.

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Distance: 197.6 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Locarno FART via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig, and Domodossola in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Locarno, Debarcadero via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 7h 36m.

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