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

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Locarno is to bus via Chur which costs SFr 26 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Munich to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Munich station to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Munich central bus station and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Chur, Postautostation and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Locarno. However, there are services departing from München Hbf and arriving at Locarno via Lindau-Reutin, Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Munich to Locarno?

The distance between Munich and Locarno is 414 km. The road distance is 404.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Munich to Locarno without a car is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Munich to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Locarno bus from?

Munich to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Locarno train from?

Munich to Locarno train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from München Hbf station.

Train or bus from Munich to Locarno?

The best way to get from Munich to Locarno is to bus which takes 7h 15m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 90 - SFr 180 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Munich to Locarno bus arrive?

Munich to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chur station train station.

Where does the Munich to Locarno train arrive?

Munich to Locarno train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Locarno is 405 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Munich to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Locarno.

Munich to Locarno - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Munich to Locarno by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Bellinzona076
7h 15m
CHF 34–45
Bus via Chur
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Chur station train stationN76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chur, Postautostation to Bellinzona, Stazione171
7h 30m
CHF 27–52
Train
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Lindau, Reutin Bahnhof
2. Take the train from Lindau-Reutin to Zuerich HbEc
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to BellinzonaIc2 / ...
7h 45m
CHF 91–173
Drive 404.7 km
1. Drive from Munich to Locarno404.7 km
4h 17m
CHF 65–93
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MUC - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
5h 22m
CHF 136–306
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)MUC - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
6h 21m
CHF 57–191
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)MUC - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarno
6h 53m
CHF 82–244
Fly to Basel, train
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Basel (BSL)MUC - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzona
6h 52m
CHF 128–328

Munich to Locarno by bus and train

7Weekly Services

7h 15mAverage Duration

CHF 34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 414 km
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Locarno, Switzerland?

FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Bellinzona once daily. Tickets cost CHF 22–35 and the journey takes 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from München Hbf to Locarno via Lindau-Reutin, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, and Bellinzona in around 7h 45m.

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