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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Vienna is to train and fly which costs €50 - €190 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Vienna is to train and fly which takes 6h 13m and costs €40 - €220.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Wien Hbf via Bellinzona and Zuerich Hb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Locarno to Vienna?

The distance between Locarno and Vienna is 789 km. The road distance is 802.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 11h 54m and costs €140 - €260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Locarno to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Vienna train from?

Locarno to Vienna train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Train or bus from Locarno to Vienna?

The best way to get from Locarno to Vienna is to train which takes 11h 54m and costs €140 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €160 and takes 16h 19m.

Where does the Locarno to Vienna train arrive?

Locarno to Vienna train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Vienna is 803 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Locarno to Vienna.

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

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Where can I stay near Vienna?

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Locarno to Vienna - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Locarno to Vienna by train, plane, train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, 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, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
best
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 Vienna International Airport (VIE)MXP - VIE
6h 13m
€43–216
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Bratislava Airport
cheapest
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 Bratislava Airport (BTS)MXP - BTS
4. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Wien Hbf
7h 40m
€42–196
Train
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich HbEc
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien HbfRjx
11h 54m
€145–256
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler PlatzN456
16h 19m
€63–153
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano CentraleRe 80
2. Take the night train from Milano Rogoredo to Wien HbfEn
15h 35m
€170–243
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monza
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)LIN - VIE
6h 25m
€52–188
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BGY - VIE
6h 42m
€79–296
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)ZRH - VIE
6h 59m
€136–320
Train, night train via Monza
1. Take the train from Locarno to SeregnoRe80
2. Take the night train from Milano Lambrate to Wien HbfNj
17h 8m
€79–292
Drive 802.7 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Vienna802.7 km
8h 8m
€138–199

Locarno to Vienna by train

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11h 54mAverage Duration

€145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 788.5 km
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Vienna, Austria?

You can take a train from Locarno to Wien Hbf via Bellinzona and Zuerich Hb in around 11h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 16h 19m.

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