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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Locarno is to bus and train which costs €22 - €40 and takes 7h 2m.

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 2h 37m and costs €28 - €45.

How far is it from Chamonix to Locarno?

The distance between Chamonix and Locarno is 230 km. The road distance is 183.4 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 49m and costs €130 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Chamonix to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Locarno bus from?

Chamonix to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chamonix station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Locarno?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Locarno is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs €130 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus via Milan, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Chamonix to Locarno bus arrive?

Chamonix to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Locarno is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Chamonix to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 1678+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Chamonix and arriving at Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Novara - Piazza Garibaldi, 4 - Stazione Rfi and Romagnano Sesia - Via Mazzini 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

There are 5 ways to get from Chamonix to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, 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 Vallorcine to Martignytrain Mbx / ...
2. Take the train from Martigny to Brigtrain
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Orta-Miasinotrain Re
6h 49m
€130–201
Bus via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus FlixBus 405 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Novarabus Vieste
8h 49m
€22–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Turinbus
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Nuova to Vercellitrain
3. Take the bus from Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldi to Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187bus 50
7h 2m
€23–36
Drive 183.4 km
1. Drive from Chamonix to Locarnocar 183.4 km
2h 37m
€29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milanbus FlixBus N1524
2. Take the bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Novara, P.za Garibaldibus flibco
9h 7m
€25–39

Chamonix to Locarno by bus, tram, and train

15Weekly Services

7h 2mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Locarno.

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Distance: 230.1 km
Duration: 6h 49m

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

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Locarno via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig, Domodossola, and Orta-Miasino in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Varallo - Roccapietra - Posta Via Varalli, 39 via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Novara - Piazza Garibaldi, 4 - Stazione Rfi, and Romagnano Sesia - Via Mazzini 8 in around 8h 49m.

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