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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Austria is to train and fly which costs €35 - €230 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Austria is to train and fly which takes 6h 24m and costs €55 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Austria?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Austria. However, there are services departing from Lugano Stazione and arriving at Wien Hbf via Padova and Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Austria. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Stephansplatz via Zuerich Hb and Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Locarno to Austria?

The distance between Locarno and Austria is 790 km. The road distance is 802.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Austria without a car is to bus which takes 13h 24m and costs €190 - €1400.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Locarno to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Austria bus from?

Locarno to Austria bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Lugano Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Austria train from?

Locarno to Austria train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Austria?

The best way to get from Locarno to Austria is to bus which takes 13h 24m and costs €190 - €1400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €270 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Locarno to Austria bus arrive?

Locarno to Austria bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Padova station.

Where does the Locarno to Austria train arrive?

Locarno to Austria train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Austria?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Austria is 803 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Locarno to Austria.

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4612+ hotels available in Austria.

Locarno to Austria - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Locarno to Austria by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane MXP - VIE
6h 24m
€56–295
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bratislava Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bratislava Airport (BTS)plane MXP - BTS
4. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Wien Aspern Nordtrain
7h 37m
€37–223
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Stazione to Padovabus
2. Take the bus from Padova to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajabus
3. Take the bus from Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja to Wien Hbfbus
13h 24m
€192–1,316
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
13h 30m
€179–267
Drive 802.9 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Viennacar 802.9 km
8h 13m
€145–209
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane LIN - VIE
6h 30m
€50–241
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airportbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BGY - VIE
6h 48m
€87–327
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
6h 39m
€142–373
Bus via Munich
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Munich central bus stationbus FlixBus 076
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N91 / ...
14h 46m
€78–129

Locarno to Austria by train and subway

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13h 30mAverage Duration

€179Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Austria.

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Distance: 789.8 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Austria?

You can take a train from Locarno to Stephansplatz via Lugano, Lugano Stazione, Padova, Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja, Wien Hbf, and Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf. in around 13h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Stephansplatz via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf, and Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf. in around 13h 30m.

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