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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Garda is to train via Milan which costs €17 - €22 and takes 5h 41m.

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 3m and costs €40 - €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 Lugano Stazione and arriving at Garda via Verona Porta Nuova Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Garda. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Peschiera Del Garda via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

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 4h 58m and costs €55 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m 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 Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Lugano Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Garda train from?

Locarno to Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), 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 4h 58m and costs €55 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 163 bus, which costs €13 - €35 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Locarno to Garda bus arrive?

Locarno to Garda bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Where does the Locarno to Garda train arrive?

Locarno to Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), 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 3m to drive from Locarno to Garda.

Where can I stay near Garda?

There are 8024+ hotels available in Garda.

Locarno to Garda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 163 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Peschiera Del Gardatrain Fr
4h 58m
€57–136
Bus, line 163 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Stazione to Verona Porta Nuovabus
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova Station to Gardabus 163 / ...
6h 29m
€14–33
Drive 224.8 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Gardacar 224.8 km
3h 3m
€40–58
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Peschiera Del Gardatrain Re6
5h 41m
€17–22
Bus, line 163 bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Veronabus FlixBus 024
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova Station to Gardabus 163 / ...
8h 10m
€30–55

Locarno to Garda by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 252.2 km
Duration: 4h 58m

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 - bivio stazione in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Garda via Lugano, Lugano Stazione, and Verona Porta Nuova Station in around 6h 29m.

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