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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Sondrio is to train via Lecco which costs €13 - €19 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Sondrio is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Sondrio?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Sondrio. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Sondrio via Lugano, Stazione Nord and Chiavenna FS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Sondrio?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Sondrio. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Sondrio via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Locarno to Sondrio?

The distance between Locarno and Sondrio is 215 km. The road distance is 125.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Sondrio without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €13 - €19.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Locarno to Sondrio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Sondrio bus from?

Locarno to Sondrio bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Locarno station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Sondrio train from?

Locarno to Sondrio train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Sondrio?

The best way to get from Locarno to Sondrio is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs €13 - €19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Locarno to Sondrio bus arrive?

Locarno to Sondrio bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Lugano station.

Where does the Locarno to Sondrio train arrive?

Locarno to Sondrio train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Sondrio?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Sondrio is 126 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Locarno to Sondrio.

Where can I stay near Sondrio?

There are 1014+ hotels available in Sondrio.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Sondrio 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 Monzatrain Re80
2. Take the train from Monza to Sondriotrain Re8 / ...
4h 31m
€13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno to Luganobus Bus
2. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Chiavenna, Stazionebus 631
3. Take the bus from Chiavenna FS to Sondriobus A1
6h 7m
Drive 125.8 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Sondriocar 125.8 km
2h 17m
€22–32
Train via Lecco
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re80
2. Take the train from Lecco to Sondriotrain R13 / ...
5h 35m
€13–18
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Chiassotrain S
2. Take the bus from Como Stazione Autolinee to Lecco Stazione FSbus C40
3. Take the train from Lecco to Sondriotrain R13 / ...
6h 15m
€35–82

Locarno to Sondrio by train

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Distance: 215 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Sondrio via Monza in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno to Sondrio via Lugano, Lugano, Stazione Nord, and Chiavenna FS in around 6h 7m.

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