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 27 - SFr 40 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 27 - SFr 40.

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 9m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lachen?

The distance between Locarno and Lachen is 171 km. The road distance is 173.3 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 9m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m 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 Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno 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 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 65 - SFr 85 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Locarno to Lachen train arrive?

Locarno to Lachen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bellinzona 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 334+ 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 Locarno to Bellinzonatrain S20 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Arth-Goldautrain Ic2 / ...
3. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to Pfäffikon SZtrain Vae
3h 9m
Drive 173.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Lachencar 173.3 km
2h 23m
CHF 28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Sud to Horgenbus
6h 11m
CHF 68–83
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Arth-Goldautrain Ir46 / ...
4h 17m
CHF 56–98

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Lachen.

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Distance: 171.1 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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 9m. Alternatively, Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Bellinzona Sud to Horgen twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 46 and the journey takes 3h.

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