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

The cheapest way to get from Italy to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 110 and takes 12h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Italy to Locarno is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120.

Is there a direct train between Italy and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Italy to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Italy to Locarno?

The distance between Italy and Locarno is 674 km. The road distance is 675.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Italy to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Italy to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Italy to Locarno train from?

Italy to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Italy to Locarno?

The best way to get from Italy to Locarno is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 110 and takes 12h 39m.

Where does the Italy to Locarno train arrive?

Italy to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Italy to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Italy to Locarno is 675 km. It takes approximately 6h 34m to drive from Italy to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2458+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Italy to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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 Roma Termini to Milano CentraleFr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe 80
5h 43m
CHF 39–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoItabus
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bellinzona076
12h 39m
CHF 27–109
Drive 675.4 km
1. Drive from Rome to Locarno675.4 km
6h 34m
CHF 108–156
Train via Florence
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novella
2. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
6h 50m
CHF 53–129

Italy to Locarno by train

126Weekly Trains

5h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Italy to Locarno.

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Distance: 673.7 km
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from P.Za Di Cinquecento to Locarno, Debarcadero via Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 12h 39m.

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