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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Bucharest is to train and bus via Brescia which costs $85 - $110 and takes 29h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Bucharest is to train and fly which takes 7h 5m and costs $110 - $370.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Bucuresti Nord via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 38m.

How far is it from Locarno to Bucharest?

The distance between Locarno and Bucharest is 1498 km. The road distance is 1661.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Bucharest without a car is to bus and train which takes 24h 40m and costs $85 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Locarno to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Bucharest train from?

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

What is the time difference between Locarno and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Locarno. It is currently 6:04 AM in Locarno and 7:04 AM in Bucharest.

Where does the Locarno to Bucharest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Bucharest is 1661 km. It takes approximately 18h 24m to drive from Locarno to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Locarno to Bucharest - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Locarno to Bucharest by train, plane, bus, train (Trenitalia), car, or car 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, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
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 Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)MXP - OTP
7h 5m
$110–365
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Ploieşti
2. Take the train from Ploieşti Sud to BucharestIR: Iaşi - Bucureşti Nord Gr.A / ...
24h 40m
$86–173
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich HbEc
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien HbfRjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nord347
31h 38m
$407–609
Drive 1,661.3 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Bucharest1,661.3 km
18h 24m
$335–484
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
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 Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)BGY - OTP
7h 30m
$114–371
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu 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 Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)BGY - BBU
8h
$97–314
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ZRH - OTP
7h 57m
$230–449
Train, bus via Brescia
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to BresciaR4
3. Take the bus from Bresica to Bucureşti
29h 52m
$86–107
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bergamo
3. Take the bus from Bergamo to București, Autogara Militari
33h 48m
$104–229
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Locarno to München Ost
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZ
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Bucharest
20h 8m
$412–589

Locarno to Bucharest by train

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31h 38mAverage Duration

$407Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,498.2 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Bucharest, Romania?

You can take a train from Locarno to Bucuresti Nord via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, and Wien Hbf in around 31h 38m.

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