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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Locarno is to train via Nice-Ville which costs SFr 26 - SFr 60 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Nice Riquier and arriving at Locarno via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Nice to Locarno?

The distance between Nice and Locarno is 423 km. The road distance is 413.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 16m to get from Nice to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Nice to Locarno?

The best way to get from Nice to Locarno is to train which takes 8h 16m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 100 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Nice to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nice to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Locarno is 414 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Nice to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2458+ hotels available in Locarno.

Nice to Locarno - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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 CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
8h 16m
CHF 60–119
Train via Nice-Ville
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe 80
8h 17m
CHF 27–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nice to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoN456 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bellinzona076
9h 41m
CHF 39–95
Drive 413.7 km
1. Drive from Nice to Locarno413.7 km
4h 26m
CHF 66–95
Fly, train
1. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)NCE - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
6h 37m
CHF 111–268

Nice to Locarno by train

53Weekly Trains

8h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 423.3 km
Duration: 8h 16m

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

You can take a train from Nice Riquier to Locarno via Ventimiglia and Milano Centrale in around 8h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Locarno, Debarcadero via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 9h 41m.

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