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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Rheinfelden is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Rheinfelden is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Rheinfelden?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Rheinfelden. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Rheinfelden via Bellinzona and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Locarno to Rheinfelden?

The distance between Locarno and Rheinfelden is 245 km. The road distance is 246 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Rheinfelden without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Locarno to Rheinfelden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Rheinfelden train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Rheinfelden?

The best way to get from Locarno to Rheinfelden is to train via Bellinzona which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Locarno to Rheinfelden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Rheinfelden?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Rheinfelden is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Locarno to Rheinfelden.

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

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Where can I stay near Rheinfelden?

There are 1203+ hotels available in Rheinfelden.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Rheinfelden 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 Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rheinfeldentrain Ir36 / ...
4h 19m
CHF 60–121
Drive 246 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Rheinfeldencar 246 km
2h 48m
CHF 39–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Stationbus
7h 29m
CHF 40–62
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Rheinfeldentrain Ir36 / ...
4h 40m
CHF 54–105
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno to Oltentrain Ir26
5h 6m

Locarno to Rheinfelden by train

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4h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.4 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Rheinfelden, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno to Rheinfelden via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 4h 19m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–27 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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