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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 85 - SFr 120 and takes 26h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 8h 21m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Esenler Otogar and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Gjilan and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 5m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Locarno?

The distance between Istanbul and Locarno is 1837 km. The road distance is 2014.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Locarno without a car is to bus which takes 26h 52m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Istanbul to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Locarno bus from?

Istanbul to Locarno bus services, operated by Luks Tempo Turizm, depart from Esenler Otogar station.

Where does the Istanbul to Locarno bus arrive?

Istanbul to Locarno bus services, operated by Luks Tempo Turizm, arrive at Gjilan station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Locarno?

Locarno is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 7:43 AM in Istanbul and 6:43 AM in Locarno.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Locarno is 2014 km. It takes approximately 19h 32m to drive from Istanbul to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Locarno.

Istanbul to Locarno - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Istanbul to Locarno by plane, 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.

Fly Istanbul to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane IST - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
8h 21m
CHF 73–252
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane SAW - BGY
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
9h 35m
CHF 68–215
Bus
1. Take the bus from Instabul to Pristinabus
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Bellinzonabus
26h 52m
CHF 88–112
Drive 2,014.2 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Locarnocar 2,014.2 km
19h 32m
CHF 323–466
Fly Istanbul to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane IST - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
8h 41m
CHF 134–275
Fly Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane SAW - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
9h 7m
CHF 89–290
Fly Istanbul to Basel, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Basel (BSL)plane IST - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain
10h 18m
CHF 104–463
Fly Istanbul to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane IST - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
9h 42m
CHF 135–382
Bus via Gjilan
1. Take the bus from Esenler Otogar to Gjilanbus
2. Take the bus from Gjilan to Bellinzonabus
28h 5m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Lindaubus
2. Take the train from St. Gallen to Arth-Goldautrain Vae
3. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Locarnotrain
37h 24m
CHF 172–344

Istanbul to Locarno by bus and train

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37h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 172Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,837.1 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Instabul to Locarno via Pristina, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona in around 26h 52m.

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