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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Varese is to drive which costs €9 - €15 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Varese is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs €9 - €15.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Varese?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Locarno and arriving at Varese. Services depart twice a week, and operate Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Locarno to Varese?

The distance between Locarno and Varese is 70 km. The road distance is 57.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Varese without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs €5 - €75.

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

The train from Locarno to Varese takes 1h 13m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Varese train from?

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

Where does the Locarno to Varese train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Varese?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Varese is 57 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Locarno to Varese.

Where can I stay near Varese?

There are 5714+ hotels available in Varese.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Varese 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 Varesetrain Re80 / ...
1h 13m
€5–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Locarno to Mendrisiobus Bus
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Varesetrain S50 / ...
1h 27m
Drive 57.5 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Varesecar 57.5 km
1h 7m
€10–15
Train via Mendrisio
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Varesetrain S50 / ...
1h 27m
€6–73

Locarno to Varese by train

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Locarno to Varese.

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Distance: 70.3 km
Duration: 1h 13m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Locarno to Varese 4 times a week. Tickets cost €25–75 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Trenord also services this route once a week.

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