What is the cheapest way to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps is to bus and line 221 bus which costs SFr 9 - SFr 16 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 21.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Gotthard Passhöhe via Bellinzona, Stazione, Biasca, Stazione and Airolo, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Locarno to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Locarno and Swiss Alps is 101 km. The road distance is 88.6 km.

How do I travel from Locarno to Swiss Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 24.

How long does it take to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Swiss Alps bus from?

Locarno to Swiss Alps bus services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno, Debarcadero station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Swiss Alps?

The best way to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 221 bus, which costs SFr 9 - SFr 16 and takes 4h 24m.

Where does the Locarno to Swiss Alps bus arrive?

Locarno to Swiss Alps bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Bellinzona, Stazione station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Swiss Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Swiss Alps is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Locarno to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 303+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

Locarno to Swiss Alps - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 221 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps 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 Airolotrain Ir26 / ...
2h 44m
CHF 20–23
Bus, line 221 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Biasca, Stazionebus 221 / ...
3. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
4h 24m
CHF 9–15
Drive 88.6 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Swiss Alpscar 88.6 km
1h 8m
CHF 15–21

Locarno to Swiss Alps by train and bus

35Weekly Services

2h 44mAverage Duration

CHF 20Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Swiss Alps.

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Distance: 101.2 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland?

Südostbahn operates a train from Locarno to Airolo hourly, and the journey takes 1h 24m. Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Gotthard Passhöhe via Bellinzona, Stazione, Biasca, Stazione, and Airolo, Stazione in around 4h 24m.

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