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 45 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 35m.

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 40m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 150.

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 40m.

How far is it from Italy to Locarno?

The distance between Italy and Locarno is 691 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 40m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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 ItaloTreno, 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 40m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Italy to Locarno train arrive?

Italy to Locarno train services, operated by ItaloTreno, 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 38m to drive from Italy to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2400+ 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, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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 Centraletrain 9950 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
5h 40m
CHF 79–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma to Luganobus Napoli / ...
13h 35m
CHF 45–104
Drive 675.4 km
1. Drive from Rome to Locarnocar 675.4 km
6h 38m
CHF 107–155
Train via Rome Termini
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain Fr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
5h 43m
CHF 77–155

Italy to Locarno by train

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Italy to Locarno.

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Distance: 691.5 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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 40m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Roma to Lugano every 2 hours. Tickets cost CHF 35–65 and the journey takes 10h 40m.

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