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

The cheapest way to get from Menton to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 60 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Menton to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 90.

Is there a direct train between Menton and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Menton to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Menton and arriving at Locarno via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Menton to Locarno?

The distance between Menton and Locarno is 402 km. The road distance is 389.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Menton to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Menton to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Menton to Locarno train from?

Menton to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Train or bus from Menton to Locarno?

The best way to get from Menton to Locarno is to train which takes 7h 38m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 60 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Menton to Locarno train arrive?

Menton to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Menton to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Menton to Locarno is 390 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Menton to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2933+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Menton to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), 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
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
7h 38m
CHF 35–73
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sanremo to Milanbus FlixBus N508
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bellinzonabus FlixBus 076
10h 12m
CHF 34–60
Drive 389.5 km
1. Drive from Menton to Locarnocar 389.5 km
4h 18m
CHF 62–89
Train via Locarno
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
7h 40m
CHF 63–173

Menton to Locarno by train

54Weekly Trains

7h 38mAverage Duration

CHF 35Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Menton to Locarno.

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Distance: 401.6 km
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Menton, France and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Menton to Locarno via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale in around 7h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bastion to Locarno, Debarcadero via Vintimille, Ventimiglia, San Remo - Autostazione, Sanremo, Milan, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 10h 12m.

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