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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Tirano is to train which costs €15 - €21 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Tirano is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Tirano?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Tirano. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Tirano via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Locarno to Tirano?

The distance between Locarno and Tirano is 241 km. The road distance is 152.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Tirano without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €15 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Locarno to Tirano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Tirano train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Tirano?

The best way to get from Locarno to Tirano is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €15 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €55 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Locarno to Tirano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Tirano?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Tirano is 153 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Locarno to Tirano.

Where can I stay near Tirano?

There are 982+ hotels available in Tirano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Tirano 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 Re 80 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Tiranotrain Trenord / ...
4h 55m
€15–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtinsbus 631
2. Take the bus from Pontresina, Post to Tirano, Stazionebus 701
7h 37m
€23–52
Drive 152.8 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Tiranocar 152.8 km
2h 46m
€27–38
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 Tiranotrain S7
6h 9m
€41–69

Locarno to Tirano by train

105Weekly Trains

4h 55mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Tirano via Monza in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Locarno to Tirano, Stazione via Lugano, Lugano, Stazione Nord, Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins, and Pontresina, Post in around 7h 37m.

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