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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Aarau is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Aarau is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Aarau?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Aarau. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Aarau via Bellinzona and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Locarno to Aarau?

The distance between Locarno and Aarau is 215 km. The road distance is 207.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Aarau without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 34m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Locarno to Aarau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Aarau train from?

Locarno to Aarau train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Locarno to Aarau train arrive?

Locarno to Aarau train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Aarau is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Locarno to Aarau.

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

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

There are 464+ hotels available in Aarau.

Locarno to Aarau - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Aarau by train (Trenitalia), 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 via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
3h 34m
CHF 71–120
Drive 207.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Aaraucar 207.2 km
2h 36m
CHF 33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Oltentrain Ir26
4h 7m

Locarno to Aarau by train

91Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

CHF 71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.4 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Aarau via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 3h 34m.

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