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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Lindau is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Lindau is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Lindau?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Lindau. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Lindau-Insel via Bellinzona, Zürich HB, St. Margrethen Sg and Bregenz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lindau?

The distance between Locarno and Lindau is 238 km. The road distance is 234.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Lindau without a car is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Locarno to Lindau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Lindau train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Lindau?

The best way to get from Locarno to Lindau is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €150 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Locarno to Lindau train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Lindau?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Lindau is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Locarno to Lindau.

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

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Where can I stay near Lindau?

There are 2480+ hotels available in Lindau.

Locarno to Lindau - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Lindau by bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Lindau076
6h 9m
€23–34
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich HbEc
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. Margrethen SGEc
6h 22m
€64–146
Drive 234.1 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Lindau234.1 km
2h 56m
€41–58
Train via Wattwil
1. Take the train from Locarno to Arth-Goldau
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to WattwilVae
3. Take the train from Wattwil to St. Margrethen SGS4
7h 3m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Chur, Postautostation171
2. Take the bus from Sargans, Bahnhof to Feldkirch, Bahnhof11
3. Take the train from Feldkirch to Lindau-InselRe
7h 23m

Locarno to Lindau by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Lindau.

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Distance: 237.5 km
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Lindau, Bavaria, Germany?

FlixBus operates a bus from Bellinzona to Lindau once daily. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Lindau-Insel via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, St. Margrethen Sg, and Bregenz in around 6h 22m.

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