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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 40 - SFr 95 and takes 10h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Locarno is to drive which takes 6h 4m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 120.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Locarno via Strasbourg, Basel SBB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Metz to Locarno?

The distance between Metz and Locarno is 545 km. The road distance is 503.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Locarno without a car is to train via Strasbourg which takes 7h 14m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Metz to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Locarno train from?

Metz to Locarno train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Locarno?

The best way to get from Metz to Locarno is to train via Strasbourg which takes 7h 14m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 95 and takes 10h 2m.

Where does the Metz to Locarno train arrive?

Metz to Locarno train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

Can I drive from Metz to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Locarno is 504 km. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Metz to Locarno.

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

Book your Metz to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2799+ hotels available in Locarno.

Metz to Locarno - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Metz to Locarno by train (TGV), bus, train, car, or plane

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 Strasbourg
best
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ec
7h 14m
CHF 60–341
Train, fly to Milan Linate Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane LUX - LIN
3. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
8h 1m
CHF 40–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Metz to Bernbus FlixBus N839
2. Take the train from Bern to Locarnotrain Ic
9h 42m
CHF 111–306
Drive 503.9 km
1. Drive from Metz to Locarnocar 503.9 km
6h 4m
CHF 81–117
Train, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LUX - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
6h 16m
CHF 137–360
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Mulhouse Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
7h 52m
CHF 123–226
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metz - Bus Station to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 2m
CHF 41–94
Train, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane LUX - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 31m
CHF 56–245
Train, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane LUX - BGY
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
8h 23m
CHF 56–205

Metz to Locarno by train

58Weekly Trains

7h 14mAverage Duration

CHF 60Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 545.1 km
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Locarno via Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Bellinzona in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Metz - Bus Station to Lugano once daily. Tickets cost CHF 30–60 and the journey takes 8h 30m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Switzerland

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.