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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Alba is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Alba is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Alba?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Alba. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Alba via Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Locarno to Alba?

The distance between Locarno and Alba is 318 km. The road distance is 221.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Alba without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs €60 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Locarno to Alba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Alba train from?

Locarno to Alba train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Where does the Locarno to Alba train arrive?

Locarno to Alba train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Alba?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Alba is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Locarno to Alba.

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

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Where can I stay near Alba?

There are 1570+ hotels available in Alba.

Locarno to Alba - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Alba by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or bus

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 Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain Re
5h 17m
€62–123
Drive 221.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Albacar 221.2 km
2h 54m
€38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Alessandriatrain
3. Take the bus from Alessandria Train Station to Alba Bus Stationbus
6h 34m

Locarno to Alba by train

96Weekly Trains

5h 17mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 317.8 km
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Alba, Piemonte, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Alba via Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Susa in around 5h 17m.

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