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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Solothurn is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Solothurn is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Solothurn?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Solothurn. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Solothurn via Aarau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Locarno to Solothurn?

The distance between Locarno and Solothurn is 241 km. The road distance is 237.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Solothurn without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Locarno to Solothurn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Solothurn train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Solothurn?

The best way to get from Locarno to Solothurn is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Locarno to Solothurn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Solothurn?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Solothurn is 237 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Locarno to Solothurn.

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

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Where can I stay near Solothurn?

There are 313+ hotels available in Solothurn.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Solothurn 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
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to AarauIc
2. Take the train from Aarau to SolothurnIc5 / ...
3h 12m
CHF 76–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Station
7h 1m
CHF 33–50
Drive 237.5 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Solothurn237.5 km
2h 41m
CHF 39–56
Train via Olten
1. Take the train from Locarno to OltenIr26
4h 38m
CHF 88–154

Locarno to Solothurn by train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

CHF 76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.1 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Solothurn, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno to Solothurn via Aarau in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Olten Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–27 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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