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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Locarno is to train which takes 33 min and costs SFr 3 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea and arriving at Locarno, Stazione. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lugano and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Lugano to Locarno?

The distance between Lugano and Locarno is 35 km. The road distance is 31.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs SFr 3 - SFr 20.

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

The train from Lugano to Locarno takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Locarno bus from?

Lugano to Locarno bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Locarno?

The best way to get from Lugano to Locarno is to train which takes 33 min and costs SFr 3 - SFr 20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 4 - SFr 7 and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Lugano to Locarno bus arrive?

Lugano to Locarno bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Locarno, Stazione station.

Where does the Lugano to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Locarno is 32 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Lugano to Locarno.

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

Book your Lugano to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2530+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Locarno by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Lugano to Locarnotrain Re80
33 min
CHF 3–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea to Locarno, Stazionebus Ev2
1h 6m
CHF 4–7
Drive 31.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Locarnocar 31.5 km
33 min
CHF 5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lugano to Locarnotaxi 31.5 km
33 min
CHF 160–200
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to Riazzinotrain Re80
2. Take the bus from Riazzino, Stazione to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 311
59 min
CHF 5–8

Lugano to Locarno by train

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Distance: 34.8 km
Duration: 33 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Locarno every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 18–20 and the journey takes 33 min. Trenord also services this route hourly. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Lugano, Stazione/Via Basilea to Locarno, Stazione once a week. Tickets cost CHF 4–7 and the journey takes 1h 6m.

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