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

The cheapest way to get from Merate to Locarno is to train which costs SFr 7 - SFr 10 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merate to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 22.

Is there a direct train between Merate and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Merate to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Cernusco-Merate and arriving at Locarno via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Merate to Locarno?

The distance between Merate and Locarno is 116 km. The road distance is 95.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Merate to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 10.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Merate to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merate to Locarno train from?

Merate to Locarno train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Monza station.

Train or bus from Merate to Locarno?

The best way to get from Merate to Locarno is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 17 - SFr 75 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Merate to Locarno train arrive?

Merate to Locarno train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Locarno station.

Can I drive from Merate to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Merate to Locarno is 95 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Merate to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2560+ hotels available in Locarno.

Merate to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merate 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
best
1. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain Re 80
2h 45m
CHF 7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merate - Giuseppe Verdi to Como San Giovannibus C46
2. Take the bus from Chiasso to Bellinzona Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 311
4h 38m
CHF 18–75
Drive 95.2 km
1. Drive from Merate to Locarnocar 95.2 km
1h 29m
CHF 15–22

Merate to Locarno by train

126Weekly Trains

2h 45mAverage Duration

CHF 7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.2 km
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Merate, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

Trenord operates a train from Monza to Locarno hourly. Tickets cost CHF 5–7 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merate - Giuseppe Verdi to Locarno, Debarcadero via Como San Giovanni, Como S. Giovanni, Chiasso, Chiasso, Bellinzona Station, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 4h 38m.

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