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 $80 - $110 and takes 29h 51m.

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 $140 - $400.

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 23m.

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 and bus via Brescia which takes 29h 51m and costs $80 - $110.

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 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 7:03 AM in Locarno and 8:03 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 5317+ hotels available in Bucharest.

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

There are 9 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 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
$141–398
Train, bus via Brescia
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bresciatrain R4
3. Take the bus from Bresica to Bucureştibus
29h 51m
$85–109
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 23m
$417–653
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 30m
$161–419
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 56m
$231–503
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
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
8h
$89–292
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Seregnotrain Re80
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to București, Autogara Militaribus 1922
34h 8m
$91–152
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Locarno to München Ostcar
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Villach Hbf ARZcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf ARZ to Bucharestcar
20h 11m
$422–599

Locarno to Bucharest by train

7Weekly Trains

30h 23mAverage Duration

$417Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Bucharest.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,498.2 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 23m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Romania

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.