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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Locarno to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Debarcadero and arriving at Zürich via Bellinzona Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Locarno and arriving at Zürich HB. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Locarno to Zurich?

The distance between Locarno and Zurich is 212 km. The road distance is 195.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Zurich without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Locarno to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Zurich bus from?

Locarno to Zurich bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Zurich train from?

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

Train or bus from Locarno to Zurich?

The best way to get from Locarno to Zurich is to train via Lugano which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Locarno to Zurich bus arrive?

Locarno to Zurich bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Zürich station.

Where does the Locarno to Zurich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Locarno to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Zurich is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Locarno to Zurich.

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

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Locarno to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Zurich by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
2h 53m
CHF 43–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Zürichbus
5h 3m
CHF 21–31
Drive 195.3 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Zurichcar 195.3 km
2h 23m
CHF 31–45
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Bellinzonatrain S20 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
3h 1m
CHF 45–85
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
3h 22m
CHF 35–70

Locarno to Zurich by train

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2h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.8 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Zurich, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Locarno to Zürich HB via Lugano in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Zürich twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 14–21 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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