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 40 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 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Samedan?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Samedan. However, there are services departing from Lugano, Stazione Nord and arriving at Samedan, Bahnhof via St. Moritz, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

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 23m.

How far is it from Locarno to Samedan?

The distance between Locarno and Samedan is 163 km. The road distance is 168.4 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 4h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Locarno to Samedan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Samedan bus from?

Locarno to Samedan bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, depart from Lugano, Stazione Nord station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Samedan train from?

Locarno to Samedan train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, 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 23m and costs SFr 95 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Locarno to Samedan bus arrive?

Locarno to Samedan bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, arrive at St. Moritz, Bahnhof station.

Where does the Locarno to Samedan train arrive?

Locarno to Samedan train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich 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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis, Bahnhofbus 171
2. Take the train from Thusis to Samedantrain Ir38 / ...
4h 59m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to St. Moritz, Bahnhofbus 631
5h 26m
CHF 16–36
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Churtrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Chur to Samedantrain Gex / ...
6h 23m
CHF 98–179
Drive 168.4 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Samedancar 168.4 km
2h 25m
CHF 29–41

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Distance: 163.4 km
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Samedan via Bellinzona, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Chur in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, PostAuto 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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