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

The cheapest way to get from Luthern to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 13 - SFr 21 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Luthern to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct bus between Luthern and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Luthern to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Lucerne and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Luthern and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Luzern and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Luthern to Locarno?

The distance between Luthern and Locarno is 157 km. The road distance is 160.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Luthern to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h and costs SFr 35 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Luthern to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luthern to Locarno bus from?

Luthern to Locarno bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Lucerne station.

Where do I catch the Luthern to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Luthern to Locarno?

The best way to get from Luthern to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h and costs SFr 35 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 13 - SFr 21 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Luthern to Locarno bus arrive?

Luthern to Locarno bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Where does the Luthern to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luthern to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Luthern to Locarno is 161 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Luthern to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Luthern to Locarno 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 via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to BellinzonaIc21 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to LocarnoIr26 / ...
2h
CHF 39–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lucerne to Bellinzona Station
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno, Debarcadero311
3h 20m
CHF 14–20
Drive 160.7 km
1. Drive from Luthern to Locarno160.7 km
1h 51m
CHF 26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Luzern to LocarnoIr26 / ...
3h 9m
CHF 35–65

Luthern to Locarno by train

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Map of how to get from Luthern to Locarno.

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Distance: 157 km
Duration: 2h

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

You can take a train from Luzern to Locarno via Bellinzona in around 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lucerne to Locarno, Debarcadero via Bellinzona Station and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 3h 20m.

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