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 and fly which costs $75 - $360 and takes 7h 57m.

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 and costs $100 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Bucharest?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Bucharest. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Bucureşti via Piazza Luigi di Savoia, Bergamo Airport Bus Station and Bresica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 53m.

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 30h 18m.

How far is it from Locarno to Bucharest?

The distance between Locarno and Bucharest is 1498 km. The road distance is 1663.9 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 train which takes 30h 18m and costs $430 - $800.

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

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

Where do I catch the Locarno to Bucharest bus from?

Locarno to Bucharest bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Locarno station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Bucharest train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Locarno to Bucharest is to train which takes 30h 18m and costs $430 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 30h 53m.

Where does the Locarno to Bucharest bus arrive?

Locarno to Bucharest bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

What is the time difference between Locarno and Bucharest?

Bucharest is 1h ahead of Locarno. It is currently 4:53 AM in Locarno and 5:53 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 1664 km. It takes approximately 18h 31m to drive from Locarno to Bucharest.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5460+ 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, train (Trenitalia), 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 to Bucharest Otopeni
best
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 Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane MXP - OTP
7h
$108–413
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)plane BGY - BBU
7h 57m
$78–354
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
30h 18m
$434–765
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno to Milano Centralebus Bus
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bergamo Airport Bus Station to Brescia Solferino Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Bresica to Bucureştibus
30h 53m
Drive 1,663.9 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Bucharestcar 1,663.9 km
18h 31m
$336–485
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane BGY - OTP
7h 22m
$162–431
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ZRH - OTP
7h 52m
$227–507
Train, train to Turin Caselle Airport, fly to Bucharest Otopeni
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta di Susatrain
3. Fly from Turin Caselle Airport (TRN) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane TRN - OTP
8h 42m
$170–502
Train, bus via Sofia
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Milano, Stazione Centrale to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Bucharest Gară Filaretbus
32h 56m
$168–261
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bergamotrain Re2
3. Take the bus from Bergamo to București, Autogara Militaribus
33h 47m
$152–267

Locarno to Bucharest by train

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30h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,497.9 km
Duration: 7h

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 30h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno to Bucureşti via Milano Centrale, Piazza Luigi di Savoia, Bergamo Airport Bus Station, Brescia Solferino Bus Station, and Bresica in around 30h 53m.

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