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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Sarnen is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Sarnen is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Sarnen?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Sarnen. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Sarnen via Bellinzona and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Locarno to Sarnen?

The distance between Locarno and Sarnen is 177 km. The road distance is 160.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Sarnen without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 9m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Locarno to Sarnen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Sarnen train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Sarnen?

The best way to get from Locarno to Sarnen is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 9m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Locarno to Sarnen train arrive?

Locarno to Sarnen train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Luzern station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Sarnen?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Sarnen is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Locarno to Sarnen.

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

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Where can I stay near Sarnen?

There are 847+ hotels available in Sarnen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Sarnen 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 Luzerntrain Ic21 / ...
3h 9m
CHF 48–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Lucernebus
4h 43m
CHF 23–33
Drive 160.6 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Sarnencar 160.6 km
1h 55m
CHF 26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luzerntrain Ir26 / ...
3h 45m
CHF 46–78

Locarno to Sarnen by train

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3h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.9 km
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Bellinzona to Luzern every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 29–60 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Sarnen via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona Station, Lucerne, and Luzern in around 4h 43m.

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