What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) is to bus which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Bodensee (Lake)?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake). However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Kreuzlingen via Bellinzona and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

The distance between Locarno and Bodensee (Lake) is 259 km. The road distance is 246.6 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 41m and costs €50 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) train from?

Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

The best way to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 41m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €40 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) train arrive?

Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) is 247 km. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake).

How do I get a train ticket from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake)?

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Where can I stay near Bodensee (Lake)?

There are 2768+ hotels available in Bodensee (Lake).

Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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 Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Kreuzlingentrain 75
4h 41m
€54–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Bregenz bus stationbus 076
5h 43m
€26–38
Drive 246.6 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Konstanzcar 246.6 km
3h 31m
€42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Kreuzlingentrain Ir75
5h 10m
€63–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Chur, Postautostationbus 171
2. Take the train from Chur to Rorschachtrain Ir13
6h 6m

Locarno to Bodensee (Lake) by train

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4h 41mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Bodensee (Lake).

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Distance: 259.3 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Bodensee (Lake), Baden-Württemberg, Germany?

You can take a train from Locarno to Kreuzlingen via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 4h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bellinzona to Bregenz bus station once daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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