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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Stans is to bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Stans is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Stans?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Stans. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Stans via Bellinzona and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Locarno to Stans?

The distance between Locarno and Stans is 171 km. The road distance is 145 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Stans without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Locarno to Stans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Stans train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Stans?

The best way to get from Locarno to Stans is to train via Bellinzona which takes 3h 4m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Locarno to Stans train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Stans?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Stans is 145 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Locarno to Stans.

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

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Where can I stay near Stans?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Stans 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 LuzernIc21 / ...
3h 4m
CHF 45–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona, Stazione311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Lucerne
4h 37m
CHF 19–30
Drive 145 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Stans145 km
1h 45m
CHF 23–34
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to LuzernIr26 / ...
3h 40m
CHF 43–75

Locarno to Stans by train

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3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.8 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Stans, 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 Stans via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona Station, Lucerne, and Luzern in around 4h 37m.

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