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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Genoa is to train via Milan which costs €16 - €21 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Genoa is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Genoa?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Genova Brignole via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Locarno to Genoa?

The distance between Locarno and Genoa is 316 km. The road distance is 245.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Genoa without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €50 - €110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Locarno to Genoa train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Genoa?

The best way to get from Locarno to Genoa is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €50 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €70 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Locarno to Genoa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Genoa?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Genoa is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Locarno to Genoa.

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

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Where can I stay near Genoa?

There are 4098+ hotels available in Genoa.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Genoa 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 CentraleRe80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova BrignoleIc
5h 26m
€53–109
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano CentraleRe 80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova BrignoleTrenord
5h 43m
€16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to GenoaN456 / ...
6h 49m
€25–67
Drive 245.8 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Genoa245.8 km
2h 48m
€43–61

Locarno to Genoa by train

106Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Genoa.

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Distance: 315.8 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Genova Brignole via Milano Centrale in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Genoa via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 6h 49m.

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