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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Rijeka is to drive which costs €90 - €140 and takes 6h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Rijeka is to drive which takes 6h 12m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Rijeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Rijeka. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Rijeka via Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

How far is it from Locarno to Rijeka?

The distance between Locarno and Rijeka is 650 km. The road distance is 552.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Rijeka without a car is to train and bus via Venice which takes 10h 7m and costs €150 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 10h 7m to get from Locarno to Rijeka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Rijeka bus from?

Locarno to Rijeka bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Locarno to Rijeka bus arrive?

Locarno to Rijeka bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Rijeka station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Rijeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Rijeka is 553 km. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Locarno to Rijeka.

Where can I stay near Rijeka?

There are 3962+ hotels available in Rijeka.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Locarno to Rijeka by train, bus, car, 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, bus via Venice
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Trieste Centraletrain Re
4. Take the bus from Trieste, Autostazione to Rijeka, Željeznički Kolodvorbus
10h 7m
€154–399
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airportbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane BGY - ZAG
4. Take the bus from Zagreb Airport to Rijeka - Autobusni Kolodvorbus
9h 15m
€68–290
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Rijekabus
10h 18m
€122–124
Drive 552.7 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Rijekacar 552.7 km
6h 12m
€95–137
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Milano Centrale Station to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
3. Take the bus from Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvor to Rijeka, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
11h 10m
€449–1,126
Train to Zurich Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane ZRH - ZAG
3. Take the bus from Zagreb Airport to Rijeka - Autobusni Kolodvorbus
9h 39m
€163–380
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly, bus
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 Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG)plane MXP - ZAG
4. Take the bus from Zagreb Airport to Rijeka - Autobusni Kolodvorbus
8h 53m
€91–357

Locarno to Rijeka by bus

8Weekly Buses

10h 18mAverage Duration

€122Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Rijeka.

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Distance: 649.6 km
Duration: 10h 7m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Rijeka, Croatia?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Bellinzona to Rijeka once daily. Tickets cost €114 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

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