What is the cheapest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps is to train and bus which costs SFr 19 - SFr 35 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps?

The fastest way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct train between Novara and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct train from Novara to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Novara and arriving at Airolo via Milano Centrale and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Novara to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Novara and Swiss Alps is 226 km. The road distance is 185.4 km.

How do I travel from Novara to Swiss Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Novara to Swiss Alps without a car is to train via Milan which takes 5h 41m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 110.

How long does it take to get from Novara to Swiss Alps?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Novara to Swiss Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novara to Swiss Alps train from?

Novara to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Novara station.

Where does the Novara to Swiss Alps train arrive?

Novara to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Novara to Swiss Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Novara to Swiss Alps is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Novara to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 345+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

Novara to Swiss Alps - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Novara to Swiss Alps by train (Trenitalia), car, train, or bus

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Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Novara to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bellinzonatrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bellinzona to Airolotrain
5h 41m
CHF 39–107
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Busto Arsizio Nord to Bellinzonatrain S50
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Airolotrain Ir46 / ...
5h 45m
CHF 14–44
Drive 185.4 km
1. Drive from Novara to Swiss Alpscar 185.4 km
2h 17m
CHF 31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Biascatrain S50
2. Take the bus from Biasca, Stazione to Airolo, Stazionebus 120
6h 57m
CHF 20–31

Novara to Swiss Alps by train and bus

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5h 41mAverage Duration

CHF 39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.7 km
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Novara, Italy and Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Novara to Gotthard Passhöhe via Milano Centrale, Bellinzona, Airolo, and Airolo, Stazione in around 5h 41m.

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