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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Novara is to drive which costs €19 - €29 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Novara is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs €19 - €29.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Novara?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Novara. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Novara via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Locarno to Novara?

The distance between Locarno and Novara is 161 km. The road distance is 112 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Novara without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €45 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Locarno to Novara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Novara train from?

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

Where does the Locarno to Novara train arrive?

Locarno to Novara train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Novara?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Novara is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Locarno to Novara.

Where can I stay near Novara?

There are 571+ hotels available in Novara.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Novara by train, car, or bus

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 Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Novaratrain 2010 / ...
3h 17m
€49–81
Train via Mendrisio
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain Ext
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Busto Arsizio Nordtrain S50
3. Take the train from Busto Arsizio Nord to Novara Nordtrain R27
3h 21m
€10–32
Drive 112 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Novaracar 112 km
1h 48m
€20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain Ext
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T2train S50
3. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Novara, P.za Garibaldibus
4h 22m
€19–40

Locarno to Novara by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.8 km
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Novara via Milano Centrale in around 3h 17m.

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