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

The cheapest way to get from Chur to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chur to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Chur and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Chur to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Chur and arriving at Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Chur to Locarno?

The distance between Chur and Locarno is 138 km. The road distance is 136.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chur to Locarno without a car is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Chur to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chur to Locarno train from?

Chur to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Chur station.

Train or bus from Chur to Locarno?

The best way to get from Chur to Locarno is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 180 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Chur to Locarno train arrive?

Chur to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Chur to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Chur to Locarno is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Chur to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Chur to Locarno?

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Chur to Locarno by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 171
2h 48m
CHF 23–38
Drive 136.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chur to Locarnocar 136.9 km
1h 46m
CHF 22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Chur to Zürich HBtrain Ic3 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
3h 51m
CHF 93–175

Chur to Locarno by bus and train

92Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Chur, Grisons, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazione hourly. Tickets cost CHF 9–14 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chur to Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona in around 3h 51m.

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