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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Zadar is to train and fly which costs €35 - €300 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Zadar is to train and fly which takes 6h 53m and costs €35 - €300.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Zadar?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Zadar. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Zadar via Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 38m.

How far is it from Locarno to Zadar?

The distance between Locarno and Zadar is 696 km. The road distance is 783.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Zadar without a car is to train and Catamaran via Reggio Emilia which takes 11h 10m and costs €160 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Locarno to Zadar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Zadar bus from?

Locarno to Zadar bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Locarno to Zadar bus arrive?

Locarno to Zadar bus services, operated by Zelic Reisen, arrive at Zadar station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Zadar?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Zadar is 783 km. It takes approximately 9h 22m to drive from Locarno to Zadar.

Where can I stay near Zadar?

There are 2302+ hotels available in Zadar.

Locarno to Zadar - 9 ways to travel via train, Catamaran, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Locarno to Zadar by train, ferry, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, Catamaran via Reggio Emilia
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Reggio Emilia Avtrain Fr
3. Take the train from Reggio Emilia Av to Anconatrain Fr
4. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
11h 10m
€161–346
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zadar Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)plane MXP - ZAD
6h 53m
€38–297
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Zadarbus
13h 38m
€152–154
Drive 783.4 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Zadarcar 783.4 km
9h 22m
€139–201
Train, Catamaran
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Anconatrain Fr
3. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry 51
11h 44m
€143–341
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Milano Centrale Station to Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
3. Take the bus from Rovinj, Autobusni Kolodvor to Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
18h 25m
€561–1,545
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Zadar Airport
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Zadar Airport (ZAD)plane BGY - ZAD
7h 10m
€75–244
Train to Milan Linate Airport, fly to Raffaello Sanzio Airport, Catamaran
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain
2. Fly from Milan Linate Airport (LIN) to Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI)plane LIN - AOI
3. Take the ferry from Port of Ancona to Port of Zadarferry
10h 58m
€171–428
Train to Zurich Airport, fly to Split Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Split Airport (SPU)plane ZRH - SPU
3. Take the bus from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor to Zadar, Autobusni Kolodvorbus
9h 25m
€152–424

Locarno to Zadar by train, bus, foot, and ferry

5Weekly Services

11h 10mAverage Duration

€161Cheapest Price

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Distance: 696.4 km
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Zadar, Croatia?

Zelic Reisen operates a bus from Bellinzona to Zadar 4 times a week. Tickets cost €144 and the journey takes 11h 50m.

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