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

The cheapest way to get from Morcote to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 5 - SFr 8 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Morcote to Locarno is to drive which takes 41 min and costs SFr 6 - SFr 10.

Is there a direct bus between Morcote and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Morcote to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Morcote, Piazza Grande and arriving at Locarno, Stazione via Melide, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Morcote to Locarno?

The distance between Morcote and Locarno is 46 km. The road distance is 41.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Morcote to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Morcote to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morcote to Locarno bus from?

Morcote to Locarno bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Melide, Stazione station.

Train or bus from Morcote to Locarno?

The best way to get from Morcote to Locarno is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 5 - SFr 8 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Morcote to Locarno bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Morcote to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Morcote to Locarno is 41 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Morcote to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Morcote 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 LocarnoRe80
1h 11m
CHF 4–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melide, Stazione to Locarno, StazioneEv2
2h 22m
CHF 5–8
Drive 41.4 km
1. Drive from Morcote to Locarno41.4 km
41 min
CHF 7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Morcote to Locarno41.4 km
41 min
CHF 210–260
Line 431 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Morcote, Piazza Grande to Paradiso, Stazione/Scuole431
2. Take the train from Paradiso to LocarnoRe80
1h 24m
CHF 6–23

Morcote to Locarno by bus and train

140Weekly Services

1h 11mAverage Duration

CHF 4Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Morcote to Locarno.

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Distance: 46.2 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Locarno every 30 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 17–20 and the journey takes 33 min. Trenord S.r.l. also services this route hourly. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Melide, Stazione to Locarno, Stazione once a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 1h 12m.

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