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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Siena is to train and bus which costs €25 - €65 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Siena is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Siena?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Siena. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Siena via Milano Centrale and Firenze S.M.N.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Locarno to Siena?

The distance between Locarno and Siena is 486 km. The road distance is 467.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Siena without a car is to train and bus via Florence which takes 7h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Locarno to Siena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Siena train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Siena?

The best way to get from Locarno to Siena is to train which takes 7h 16m and costs €75 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €100 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Locarno to Siena train arrive?

Locarno to Siena train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Siena?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Siena is 467 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Locarno to Siena.

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

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Where can I stay near Siena?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Siena by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus via Florence
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.Fr
3. Take the bus from Firenze Autostazione to Siena-Via Tozzi131
7h 4m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano CentraleRe 80
2. Take the bus from Milan to Siena Central Train StationItabus
8h 36m
€25–63
Drive 467.1 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Siena467.1 km
4h 52m
€80–116
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Florence Santa Maria Novella
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to SienaRe
7h 16m
€78–159
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to SienaN528 / ...
9h 39m
€33–98

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Siena.

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Distance: 486.4 km
Duration: 7h 4m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Siena, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Siena via Milano Centrale and Firenze S.M.N. in around 7h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Siena via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 9h 39m.

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