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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Bordeaux is to train and bus via Clermont-Ferrand which costs €50 - €80 and takes 20h 16m.

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 36m and costs €45 - €220.

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 46m.

How far is it from Locarno to Bordeaux?

The distance between Locarno and Bordeaux is 863 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 46m and costs €190 - €440.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m 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 46m and costs €190 - €440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €170 and takes 18h 44m.

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 4m to drive from Locarno to Bordeaux.

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

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Where can I stay near 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 36m
€47–213
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 46m
€194–435
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Brig to Martignytrain Ir / ...
3. Take the bus from Martigny to Bordeauxbus
17h 54m
€98–199
Drive 953.1 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Bordeauxcar 953.1 km
11h 4m
€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 28m
€131–318
Train, train to Basel, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Aarautrain
2. Take the train from Aarau to Basel SBBtrain
3. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane BSL - BOD
8h 1m
€132–343
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
9h 46m
€88–291
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bordeaux - Belcier Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
18h 44m
€52–163
Train, bus via Clermont-Ferrand
1. Take the train from Locarno to Seregnotrain
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Clermont Ferrandbus
3. Take the bus from Clermont Ferrand to Bordeaux Saint-Jean Terres de Bordebus
20h 16m
€51–76

Locarno to Bordeaux by train, subway, and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 46mAverage Duration

€194Cheapest Price

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Distance: 863.4 km
Duration: 6h 36m

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 46m. 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 44m.

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