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

The cheapest way to get from Como to Locarno is to train which costs SFr 4 - SFr 6 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Como to Locarno is to drive which takes 54 min and costs SFr 9 - SFr 14.

Is there a direct bus between Como and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Como to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Como Grandate and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Como and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Como S. Giovanni and arriving at Locarno. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Como to Locarno?

The distance between Como and Locarno is 65 km. The road distance is 61.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Como to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 6.

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

The train from Como S. Giovanni to Locarno takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Como to Locarno bus from?

Como to Locarno bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Como Grandate station.

Where do I catch the Como to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Como to Locarno?

The best way to get from Como to Locarno is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 11 - SFr 17 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Como to Locarno bus arrive?

Como to Locarno bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Where does the Como to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Como to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Locarno is 62 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Como to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Como to Locarno by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Locarnotrain Re80
1h 14m
CHF 4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Bellinzona Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 311
2h 32m
CHF 11–17
Drive 61.9 km
1. Drive from Como to Locarnocar 61.9 km
54 min
CHF 10–14

Como to Locarno by train

242Weekly Trains

1h 14mAverage Duration

CHF 4Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64.5 km
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Como S. Giovanni to Locarno hourly. Tickets cost CHF 26–50 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Trenord also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Como Grandate to Locarno, Debarcadero via Bellinzona Station and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 2h 32m.

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