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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Split is to train and car ferry which costs €60 - €190 and takes 19h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Split is to train and fly which takes 6h 48m and costs €90 - €240.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Split?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Split. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Split via Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf and Zagreb Glavni Kol.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 36m.

How far is it from Locarno to Split?

The distance between Locarno and Split is 738 km. The road distance is 893.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Split without a car is to bus which takes 15h 59m and costs €140 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Locarno to Split, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Split train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Split?

The best way to get from Locarno to Split is to bus which takes 15h 59m and costs €140 - €170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €250 and takes 21h 36m.

Where does the Locarno to Split train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Split?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Split is 894 km. It takes approximately 10h 23m to drive from Locarno to Split.

Where can I stay near Split?

There are 11608+ hotels available in Split.

Locarno to Split - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Locarno to Split by train, plane, bus, car ferry, train (Trenitalia), 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 to Milan Linate Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monza
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Split Airport (SPU)LIN - SPU
6h 51m
€112–292
Train, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to AnconaFr
3. Take the car ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Split53
19h 21m
€60–187
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Split Bus Station
15h 59m
€148–165
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Venezia MestreFr
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Villach HbfRj / ...
4. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Zagreb Glavni Kol.213 / ...
5. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to SplitIc
21h 36m
€117–250
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisio
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Split Airport (SPU)MXP - SPU
6h 48m
€93–240
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Split Airport (SPU)ZRH - SPU
7h 25m
€146–355
Bus via Livno
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Livno
2. Take the bus from Livno to Split Bus Station
19h 29m
€156–173
Drive 893.9 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Split893.9 km
10h 23m
€157–226

Locarno to Split by train, foot, and bus

4Weekly Services

15h 59mAverage Duration

€148Cheapest Price

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Distance: 737.7 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Split, Croatia?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Lugano to Split Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost €144 and the journey takes 14h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Split via Milano Centrale, Venezia Mestre, Villach Hbf, and Zagreb Glavni Kol. in around 21h 36m.

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