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 €26 - €40 and takes 6h 8m.

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 58m and costs €35 - €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 and Bregenz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Locarno to Lindau?

The distance between Locarno and Lindau is 310 km. The road distance is 233.6 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 train via Zurich which takes 6h 7m and costs €90 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m 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 train via Zurich which takes 6h 7m and costs €90 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 6h 8m.

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 58m 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?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Lindau 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 Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
6h 7m
€94–196
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Lindaubus 076
6h 8m
€27–39
Drive 233.6 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Lindaucar 233.6 km
2h 58m
€40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Arth-Goldautrain Ir46 / ...
2. Take the train from Arth-Goldau to St. Gallentrain Vae
6h 31m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Chur, Postautostationbus 171
2. Take the bus from Sargans, Bahnhof to Feldkirch, Bahnhofbus 11
3. Take the train from Feldkirch to Lindau-Inseltrain Re
7h 29m

Locarno to Lindau by train

54Weekly Trains

6h 7mAverage Duration

€94Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Lindau.

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Distance: 310.2 km
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Lindau-Insel via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Bregenz in around 6h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bellinzona to Lindau once daily. Tickets cost €18–26 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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