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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Croatia is to train and bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 13h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Croatia is to train and fly which takes 6h 44m and costs €60 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Croatia?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Croatia. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Zagreb via Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Croatia?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Croatia. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Trg bana J. Jelačića via Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf and Glavni kolodvor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 20m.

How far is it from Locarno to Croatia?

The distance between Locarno and Croatia is 553 km. The road distance is 682.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Croatia without a car is to bus which takes 12h 38m and costs €131 - €135.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Locarno to Croatia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Croatia bus from?

Locarno to Croatia bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Croatia train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Croatia?

The best way to get from Locarno to Croatia is to bus which takes 12h 38m and costs €131 - €135. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €290 and takes 14h 20m.

Where does the Locarno to Croatia bus arrive?

Locarno to Croatia bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Zagreb station.

Where does the Locarno to Croatia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Croatia?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Croatia is 683 km. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Locarno to Croatia.

Where can I stay near Croatia?

There are 3014+ hotels available in Croatia.

Locarno to Croatia - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 11 ways to get from Locarno to Croatia by train, plane, bus, night train, train (Trenitalia), 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 to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Trieste – Friuli Venezia Giulia Airport (TRS)plane LIN - TRS
3. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
7h 33m
€150–321
Train, bus
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 Brescia to Zagrebbus
13h 43m
€43–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Zagrebbus
12h 38m
€132–134
Train, bus via Trieste
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Centraletrain Re
4. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
5. Take the train from Ljubljana to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train 319 / ...
13h 32m
€86–261
Bus, night train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Chur, Postautostationbus 171
2. Take the night train from Sargans to Zagreb Glavni Kol.nighttrain En
18h 1m
€256–453
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Split Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Seregnotrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Split Airport (SPU)plane LIN - SPU
6h 57m
€109–313
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane ZRH - ZAG
7h 30m
€136–340
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport
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 Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane MXP - ZAG
6h 44m
€62–215
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman 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 Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane BGY - ZAG
7h 14m
€78–297
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Villach Hbftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Zagreb Glavni Kol.train 319 / ...
14h 20m
€117–288
Drive 682.5 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Zagrebcar 682.5 km
7h 30m
€116–167

Locarno to Croatia by bus

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12h 38mAverage Duration

€132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 552.7 km
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Croatia?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Bellinzona to Zagreb 4 times a week. Tickets cost €124 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Trg bana J. Jelačića via Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf, Zagreb Glavni Kol., and Glavni kolodvor in around 14h 20m.

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