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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Lesa is to drive which costs €11 - €16 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Lesa is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €11 - €16.

Is there a direct ferry between Locarno and Lesa?

No, there is no direct ferry from Locarno to Lesa. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Lesa via Pallanza-Intra-Suna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Lesa?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Lesa. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Lesa via Mendrisio and Gallarate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lesa?

The distance between Locarno and Lesa is 125 km. The road distance is 62.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Lesa without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs €9 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Locarno to Lesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Lesa train from?

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

Where does the Locarno to Lesa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Lesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Lesa is 63 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Locarno to Lesa.

Where can I stay near Lesa?

There are 3088+ hotels available in Lesa.

Locarno to Lesa - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 59 ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Lesa by train, ferry, 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
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to MendrisioExt
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to GallarateS50
3. Take the train from Gallarate to LesaRe
3h 36m
€10–34
Ferry, line 59 ferry
1. Take the ferry from Locarno to Pallanza-Intra-Suna443 / ...
2. Take the ferry from Pallanza-Intra-Suna to Lesa59 / ...
4h 30m
€16–24
Drive 62.6 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Lesa62.6 km
1h 13m
€11–16
Train via Domodossola
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to LesaRe
3h 37m
€14–23

Locarno to Lesa by train

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3h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.6 km
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Lesa via Mendrisio and Gallarate in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Locarno to Lesa via Pallanza-Intra-Suna in around 4h 30m.

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