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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Bordeaux is to train and fly which costs €35 - €180 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Bordeaux is to train and fly which takes 6h 39m and costs €35 - €180.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Bordeaux?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Bordeaux. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Bordeaux St Jean via Bellinzona, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Gare de l'Est and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 56m.

How far is it from Locarno to Bordeaux?

The distance between Locarno and Bordeaux is 864 km. The road distance is 953.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Bordeaux without a car is to train which takes 11h 56m and costs €250 - €500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Locarno to Bordeaux, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Bordeaux train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Bordeaux?

The best way to get from Locarno to Bordeaux is to train which takes 11h 56m and costs €250 - €500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €110 and takes 18h 43m.

Where does the Locarno to Bordeaux train arrive?

Locarno to Bordeaux train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Ringsheim/Europa-Park station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Bordeaux?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Bordeaux is 953 km. It takes approximately 11h 3m to drive from Locarno to Bordeaux.

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

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

There are 9 ways to get from Locarno to Bordeaux by train, plane, train (Trenitalia, TGV), 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
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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 Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MXP - BOD
6h 39m
€40–175
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Ringsheim/Europa-Parktrain Ec
2. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to Paris Esttrain Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Tgv
11h 56m
€253–500
Train, bus via Geneva
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Genèvetrain Ec
3. Take the bus from Geneva to Bordeauxbus
16h 9m
€105–199
Drive 953.1 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Bordeauxcar 953.1 km
11h 3m
€165–238
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane ZRH - BOD
7h 35m
€130–333
Train to Basel, fly
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane BSL - BOD
8h 20m
€70–304
Train, train to Geneva International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain
2. Take the train from Brig to Genève-Aéroporttrain
3. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane GVA - BOD
10h 1m
€128–346
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milanbus FlixBus 076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 43m
€75–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re 80
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bordeauxbus 1922
23h 10m
€86–155

Locarno to Bordeaux by train, subway, and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 56mAverage Duration

€253Cheapest Price

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Distance: 864 km
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Bordeaux, France?

You can take a train from Locarno to Bordeaux St Jean via Bellinzona, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Paris Est, Gare de l'Est, Montparnasse Bienvenue, and Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2 in around 11h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stop via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 18h 43m.

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