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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Lachen is to drive which costs SFr 28 - SFr 45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Lachen is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Lachen?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Lachen. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Lachen SZ via Bellinzona, Arth-Goldau and Pfäffikon SZ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lachen?

The distance between Locarno and Lachen is 171 km. The road distance is 173 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Lachen without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Locarno to Lachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Lachen train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Lachen?

The best way to get from Locarno to Lachen is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 85 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Locarno to Lachen train arrive?

Locarno to Lachen train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Arth-Goldau station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Lachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Lachen is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Locarno to Lachen.

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

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Where can I stay near Lachen?

There are 315+ hotels available in Lachen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Lachen 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 via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Arth-Goldautrain Ec
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Pfäffikon SZtrain Vae
3h 7m
Drive 173 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Lachencar 173 km
2h 23m
CHF 28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Sud to Horgenbus
5h 58m
CHF 66–80
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Arth-Goldautrain Ir26 / ...
4h 18m
CHF 56–98

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Lachen.

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Distance: 170.9 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Lachen, Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno to Lachen SZ via Bellinzona, Arth-Goldau, and Pfäffikon SZ in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Bellinzona Sud to Horgen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 47 and the journey takes 3h.

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