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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 26 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 52m.

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 30 - SFr 50.

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 38m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Locarno?

The distance between Chamonix and Locarno is 198 km. The road distance is 222.5 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 38m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m 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 38m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 52m.

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 2690+ 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 Vallorcinetrain Ter
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Mbx / ...
3. Take the train from Martigny to Brigtrain
4. Take the train from Brig to Domodossolatrain Ec / ...
5. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
6h 38m
CHF 63–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus FlixBus 405 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bellinzonabus FlixBus 076
7h 52m
CHF 26–44
Drive 222.5 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Locarnocar 222.5 km
3h 20m
CHF 35–51

Chamonix to Locarno by train

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6h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Locarno.

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Distance: 197.7 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Locarno, Debarcadero via Milan, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 7h 52m.

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