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

The cheapest way to get from Grenchen to Locarno is to train and bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grenchen to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Grenchen and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Grenchen to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Grenchen Süd and arriving at Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Grenchen to Locarno?

The distance between Grenchen and Locarno is 273 km. The road distance is 252.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Grenchen to Locarno without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 41m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Grenchen to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grenchen to Locarno train from?

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

Where does the Grenchen to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grenchen to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Grenchen to Locarno is 252 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Grenchen to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2276+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Grenchen to Locarno by train, bus, 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.

Train via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Grenchen Süd to Zürich HBtrain Ir55 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
3h 41m
CHF 67–119
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Grenchen Süd to Oltentrain S20 / ...
2. Take the bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Stationbus
7h 50m
CHF 37–55
Drive 252.2 km
1. Drive from Grenchen to Locarnocar 252.2 km
2h 47m
CHF 40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Grenchen Süd to Oltentrain S20 / ...
2. Take the train from Olten to Locarnotrain Ir26
5h 45m

Grenchen to Locarno by train

149Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

CHF 67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 273.2 km
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Grenchen, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Grenchen Süd to Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona in around 3h 41m.

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