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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Samedan is to bus which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Samedan is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Samedan?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Samedan. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Samedan via Bellinzona, Zürich HB and Chur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Locarno to Samedan?

The distance between Locarno and Samedan is 164 km. The road distance is 167.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Samedan without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Locarno to Samedan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Samedan train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Samedan?

The best way to get from Locarno to Samedan is to train which takes 6h 22m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 25 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Locarno to Samedan train arrive?

Locarno to Samedan train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Samedan?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Samedan is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Locarno to Samedan.

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

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Where can I stay near Samedan?

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis, Bahnhofbus 171
2. Take the train from Thusis to Samedantrain Ir38 / ...
5h 3m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to St. Moritz, Bahnhofbus 631
5h 26m
CHF 16–25
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Chur to Samedantrain Gex / ...
6h 22m
CHF 114–219
Drive 167.7 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Samedancar 167.7 km
2h 25m
CHF 26–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Samedan.

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Distance: 163.5 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Samedan via Bellinzona, Zürich HB, and Chur in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to St. Moritz, Bahnhof once daily. Tickets cost CHF 10–15 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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