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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Grenchen is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Grenchen is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Grenchen?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Grenchen. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Grenchen Süd via Bellinzona and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Locarno to Grenchen?

The distance between Locarno and Grenchen is 274 km. The road distance is 249.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Grenchen without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 4h 43m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Locarno to Grenchen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Grenchen train from?

Locarno to Grenchen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Locarno to Grenchen train arrive?

Locarno to Grenchen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Grenchen?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Grenchen is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Locarno to Grenchen.

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

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Where can I stay near Grenchen?

There are 327+ hotels available in Grenchen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Grenchen by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, 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 via Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Grenchen Südtrain Ir55 / ...
4h 43m
CHF 68–120
Drive 249.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Grenchencar 249.9 km
2h 49m
CHF 40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Stationbus
2. Take the train from Olten to Grenchen Südtrain S20 / ...
7h 23m
CHF 46–77
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Oltentrain Ir26
2. Take the train from Olten to Grenchen Südtrain S20 / ...
5h

Locarno to Grenchen by train

91Weekly Trains

4h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 68Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Grenchen.

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Distance: 274.4 km
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Grenchen, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno to Grenchen Süd via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 4h 43m.

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