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 €28 - €45 and takes 2h 40m.

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 40m and costs €28 - €45.

How far is it from Chamonix to Locarno?

The distance between Chamonix and Locarno is 303 km. The road distance is 181.1 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 bus and train which takes 6h 49m and costs €35 - €65.

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 7h 7m and costs €110 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €95 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Chamonix to Locarno bus arrive?

Chamonix to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Locarno is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Chamonix to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Locarno.

Chamonix to Locarno - 4 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 Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187 via Milano - Autostazione Terminal Bus Di Lampugnano and Lenta Via Xxv Luglio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Locarno by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Turinbus
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Vercellitrain
3. Take the bus from Vercelli Autostazione C.So Gastaldi to Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187bus 50
6h 49m
€35–62
Drive 181.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Locarnocar 181.1 km
2h 40m
€29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to Martignytrain Re
2. Take the train from Martigny to Brigtrain Ir
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Orta-Miasinotrain Re
7h 7m
€118–192
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus N1529 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano - Autostazione Terminal Bus Di Lampugnano to Lenta - Municipiobus 903
7h 19m
€38–95

Chamonix to Locarno by bus, tram, foot, and train

8Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chamonix to Locarno.

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Distance: 302.7 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 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Quarona Via P.Rolandi Fr.187 via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Milano - Autostazione Terminal Bus Di Lampugnano, and Lenta Via Xxv Luglio in around 7h 19m.

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