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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Geneva is to drive which costs SFr 45 - SFr 70 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Geneva is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Locarno FART and arriving at Geneve via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Locarno to Geneva?

The distance between Locarno and Geneva is 289 km. The road distance is 286.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Geneva without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Locarno to Geneva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Geneva train from?

Locarno to Geneva train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno FART station.

Where does the Locarno to Geneva train arrive?

Locarno to Geneva train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Geneva is 286 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Locarno to Geneva.

How do I get a train ticket from Locarno to Geneva?

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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Locarno to Geneva - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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

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 FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Genevetrain Ec
5h 32m
CHF 60–253
Drive 286.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Genevacar 286.1 km
4h 17m
CHF 47–68
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane ZRH - GVA
4h 24m
CHF 145–391
Train via Attalens
1. Take the train from Locarno to Palézieuxtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Palézieux to Genèvetrain Ir15 / ...
5h 42m
CHF 147–417
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
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 Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane MXP - GVA
4h 18m
CHF 78–312

Locarno to Geneva by train

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 288.9 km
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Geneva, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno FART to Geneve via Domodossola in around 5h 32m.

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