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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Prato is to train which costs €50 - €95 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Prato is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Prato?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Prato. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Prato via Como. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Prato?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Prato. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Prato Centrale via Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Locarno to Prato?

The distance between Locarno and Prato is 404 km. The road distance is 397 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Prato without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 50m and costs €75 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Locarno to Prato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Prato bus from?

Locarno to Prato bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Locarno station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Prato train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Prato?

The best way to get from Locarno to Prato is to train via Bologna which takes 4h 50m and costs €75 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Locarno to Prato bus arrive?

Locarno to Prato bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Como S.Giovanni station.

Where does the Locarno to Prato train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Prato?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Prato is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Locarno to Prato.

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

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Where can I stay near Prato?

There are 8280+ hotels available in Prato.

Locarno to Prato - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Locarno to Prato by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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 Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna centraletrain
3. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centraletrain Ic
4h 50m
€76–189
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Florence Santa Maria Novellatrain 9939 / ...
5h 28m
€50–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno to Como S.Giovannibus Bus
2. Take the bus from Como to Pratobus 518
7h 58m
Drive 397 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Pratocar 397 km
4h 7m
€69–100
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane LIN - FLR
6h 49m
€130–296
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Prato Centraletrain Ic
6h 17m
€71–186
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane MXP - FLR
7h 27m
€96–353

Locarno to Prato by train

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4h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 404 km
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Prato Centrale via Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno to Prato via Como in around 7h 58m.

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