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

The cheapest way to get from Grindelwald to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grindelwald to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Grindelwald and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Grindelwald to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Grindelwald and arriving at Locarno FART via Interlaken Ost, Spiez and Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Grindelwald to Locarno?

The distance between Grindelwald and Locarno is 183 km. The road distance is 196 km.

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

The best way to get from Grindelwald to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Grindelwald to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grindelwald to Locarno train from?

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

Where does the Grindelwald to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grindelwald to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Grindelwald to Locarno is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Grindelwald to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2464+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

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

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 Spiez to Domodossolatrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
5h 29m
CHF 29–85
Drive 196 km
1. Drive from Grindelwald to Locarnocar 196 km
2h 38m
CHF 32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meiringen, Bahnhof to Göschenen, Bahnhofbus 162
2. Take the train from Göschenen to Locarnotrain Ir26 / ...
6h 42m

Grindelwald to Locarno by train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.8 km
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Grindelwald, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Grindelwald to Locarno FART via Interlaken Ost, Spiez, and Domodossola in around 5h 29m.

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