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

The cheapest way to get from Lachen to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lachen to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Lachen and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Lachen to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Lachen SZ and arriving at Locarno via Pfäffikon SZ, Arth-Goldau and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Lachen to Locarno?

The distance between Lachen and Locarno is 171 km. The road distance is 177.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lachen to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Lachen to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lachen to Locarno train from?

Lachen to Locarno train services, operated by Südostbahn, depart from Pfäffikon SZ station.

Where does the Lachen to Locarno train arrive?

Lachen to Locarno train services, operated by Südostbahn, arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Lachen to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Lachen to Locarno is 178 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Lachen to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2526+ hotels available in Locarno.

Lachen to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Lachen to Locarno by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pfäffikon SZ to Arth-GoldauVae
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to BellinzonaIc2 / ...
3h 18m
Drive 177.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lachen to Locarno177.6 km
2h 17m
CHF 29–41
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lachen SZ to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
5h 26m
CHF 91–235

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) flights

35Weekly Planes

58 minAverage Duration

CHF 48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.1 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Lachen SZ to Locarno via Pfäffikon SZ, Arth-Goldau, and Bellinzona in around 3h 18m.

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