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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Chiavari is to train via Monza which costs €18 - €24 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Chiavari is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Chiavari?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Chiavari. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Chiavari via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Locarno to Chiavari?

The distance between Locarno and Chiavari is 287 km. The road distance is 276.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Chiavari without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €55 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Locarno to Chiavari, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Chiavari train from?

Locarno to Chiavari train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Chiavari?

The best way to get from Locarno to Chiavari is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs €55 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Locarno to Chiavari train arrive?

Locarno to Chiavari train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Chiavari?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Chiavari is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Locarno to Chiavari.

Where can I stay near Chiavari?

There are 2998+ hotels available in Chiavari.

Locarno to Chiavari - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Chiavari by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or 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
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Chiavaritrain Ic
5h 13m
€59–115
Train via Monza
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re 80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Chiavaritrain Re 13
6h 39m
€18–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Chiavaribus 1514
8h 18m
€33–66
Drive 276.2 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Chiavaricar 276.2 km
3h 7m
€49–70

Locarno to Chiavari by train

63Weekly Trains

5h 13mAverage Duration

€59Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Chiavari.

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Distance: 287.4 km
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Chiavari, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Chiavari via Milano Centrale in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Chiavari via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 8h 18m.

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