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

The cheapest way to get from Chur to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 18 - SFr 25 and takes 2h 48m.

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 50m 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 49m.

How far is it from Chur to Locarno?

The distance between Chur and Locarno is 136 km. The road distance is 134 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 and train which takes 2h 30m and costs SFr 21 - SFr 26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m 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 train which takes 3h 49m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 25 and takes 2h 48m.

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 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m 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 2458+ hotels available in Locarno.

Chur to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chur station train station to Bellinzona076
2. Take the train from Castione-Arbedo to LocarnoIr26 / ...
2h 30m
CHF 21–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazione171
2h 48m
CHF 19–24
Train
1. Take the train from Chur to Zürich HBIc3 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to BellinzonaIc2 / ...
3h 49m
CHF 66–118
Drive 134 km
1. Drive from Chur to Locarno134 km
1h 50m
CHF 22–31

Chur to Locarno by bus and train

7Weekly Services

2h 30mAverage Duration

CHF 21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 136.4 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Chur to Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazione hourly. Tickets cost CHF 9–14 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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