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

The cheapest way to get from Ferrara to Locarno is to bus and train which costs SFr 22 - SFr 40 and takes 11h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ferrara to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct train between Ferrara and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Ferrara to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Ferrara and arriving at Locarno via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Ferrara to Locarno?

The distance between Ferrara and Locarno is 371 km. The road distance is 319.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ferrara to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Ferrara to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Locarno train from?

Ferrara to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Ferrara station.

Train or bus from Ferrara to Locarno?

The best way to get from Ferrara to Locarno is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Ferrara to Locarno train arrive?

Ferrara to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ferrara to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferrara to Locarno is 319 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Ferrara to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2688+ hotels available in Locarno.

Ferrara to Locarno - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ferrara to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
4h 23m
CHF 52–140
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kennedy to Bologna Autostazionebus 356
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Monza Via P. Borsellino e G. Falconebus
3. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
11h 2m
CHF 23–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kennedy to Bologna Autostazionebus 356
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 507 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bellinzonabus 076
8h 12m
CHF 24–56
Drive 319.3 km
1. Drive from Ferrara to Locarnocar 319.3 km
4h 16m
CHF 50–72
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane BLQ - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 22m
CHF 48–179
Train via Ferrara
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
4h 42m
CHF 61–135

Ferrara to Locarno by train

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4h 23mAverage Duration

CHF 52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 370.6 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Ferrara to Locarno via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kennedy to Locarno, Debarcadero via Bologna Centrale, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 8h 12m.

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