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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Austria is to bus which costs €50 - €120 and takes 15h 3m.

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 17m and costs €45 - €220.

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 Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf and Mitte-Landstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Locarno to Austria?

The distance between Locarno and Austria is 790 km. The road distance is 802.7 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 train which takes 12h 6m and costs €140 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Locarno to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Austria train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Austria?

The best way to get from Locarno to Austria is to train which takes 12h 6m and costs €140 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €120 and takes 15h 3m.

Where does the Locarno to Austria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Austria?

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

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4692+ hotels available in Austria.

Locarno to Austria - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Locarno to Austria by train, plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, 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 Mendrisio
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)MXP - VIE
6h 17m
€46–219
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bratislava Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisio
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Bratislava Airport (BTS)MXP - BTS
4. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Wien Aspern Nord
7h 42m
€42–179
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich HbEc
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien HbfRjx
12h 6m
€149–261
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Chur, Postautostation171
2. Take the bus from Chur station train station to Munich central bus stationN76 / ...
3. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)N91 / ...
15h 3m
€53–113
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano CentraleRe 80
2. Take the night train from Milano Rogoredo to Wien MeidlingEn
15h 58m
€173–246
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monza
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)LIN - VIE
6h 30m
€55–191
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BGY - VIE
6h 47m
€82–299
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)ZRH - VIE
7h 4m
€139–323
Train, night train via Monza
1. Take the train from Locarno to SeregnoRe80
2. Take the night train from Milano Lambrate to Wien MeidlingNj
17h 31m
€82–295
Drive 802.7 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Vienna802.7 km
8h 8m
€138–199

Locarno to Austria by train and subway

39Weekly Services

12h 6mAverage Duration

€149Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Austria.

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Distance: 789.7 km
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Austria?

You can take a train from Locarno to Stephansplatz via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf, Wien Mitte, and Mitte-Landstraße in around 12h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Stephansplatz via Bellinzona, Stazione, Chur, Postautostation, Chur station train station, Munich central bus station, Vienna, International Busterminal (Vib), and Erdberg in around 15h 3m.

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