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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Garda is to train and ferry which costs €20 - €28 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Garda is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Garda. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Garda via Piazza Luigi di Savoia, Bergamo and Peschiera del Garda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Locarno to Garda?

The distance between Locarno and Garda is 252 km. The road distance is 224.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Garda without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €60 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Locarno to Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Garda bus from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Garda?

The best way to get from Locarno to Garda is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €60 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Locarno to Garda bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Garda is 225 km. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Locarno to Garda.

Where can I stay near Garda?

There are 8150+ hotels available in Garda.

Locarno to Garda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Garda by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or ferry

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 Peschiera Del Gardatrain Fr
5h 26m
€60–198
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
3. Take the ferry from Desenzano del Garda to Gardaferry 22 / ...
6h 8m
€20–28
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 to Peschiera del Gardabus 410 / ...
6h 43m
Drive 224.8 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Gardacar 224.8 km
3h 2m
€39–57
Train, bus, ferry
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bresciatrain
3. Take the bus from Brescia - Autostazione to Desenzano - Via Anelli - Portobus
4. Take the ferry from Desenzano del Garda to Gardaferry 22 / ...
6h 51m
€59–152

Locarno to Garda by train and bus

5Weekly Services

5h 26mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Garda.

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Distance: 252.4 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Garda, Veneto, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Garda via Milano Centrale, Peschiera Del Garda, and Peschiera del Garda in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno to Garda via Milano Centrale, Piazza Luigi di Savoia, Bergamo, and Peschiera del Garda in around 6h 43m.

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