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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Kriens is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 29 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Kriens is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs SFr 24 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Kriens?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Bellinzona Station and Luzern, Kantonalbank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Kriens?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Kriens. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Kriens Mattenhof via Bellinzona and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Locarno to Kriens?

The distance between Locarno and Kriens is 160 km. The road distance is 157 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Kriens without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 40m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Locarno to Kriens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Kriens bus from?

Locarno to Kriens bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Locarno, Debarcadero station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Kriens train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Kriens?

The best way to get from Locarno to Kriens is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 40m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 29 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Locarno to Kriens bus arrive?

Locarno to Kriens bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Bellinzona, Stazione station.

Where does the Locarno to Kriens train arrive?

Locarno to Kriens train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Kriens?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Kriens is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Locarno to Kriens.

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

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Where can I stay near Kriens?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Kriens by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Bellinzonatrain S20 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
2h 40m
CHF 35–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Lucernebus
4h 11m
CHF 19–28
Drive 157 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Krienscar 157 km
1h 54m
CHF 25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luzerntrain Ir26 / ...
3h 22m
CHF 63–112

Locarno to Kriens by train

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2h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.7 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Kriens Mattenhof via Bellinzona and Luzern in around 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Kriens, Schachenstrasse via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona Station, Lucerne, and Luzern, Kantonalbank in around 4h 11m.

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