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

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Locarno is to fly and train which costs SFr 50 - SFr 200 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paris to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 6h 33m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 300.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Locarno via Basel SBB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Paris to Locarno?

The distance between Paris and Locarno is 771 km. The road distance is 739.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Paris to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 7h 2m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 380.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Paris to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Locarno train from?

Paris to Locarno train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Where does the Paris to Locarno train arrive?

Paris to Locarno train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Basel Sbb station.

Can I drive from Paris to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Locarno is 739 km. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Paris to Locarno.

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

Book your Paris to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2931+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Paris 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 Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbbtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
7h 2m
CHF 123–376
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane CDG - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
6h 33m
CHF 49–296
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Paris to Bernbus FlixBus N799
2. Take the train from Bern to Locarnotrain Ic
13h 42m
CHF 130–327
Drive 739.4 km
1. Drive from Paris to Locarnocar 739.4 km
8h 28m
CHF 118–170
Train
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Basel Sbbtrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Locarnotrain Ir26
8h 27m
CHF 177–278
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ORY - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
6h 35m
CHF 55–282
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane CDG - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
7h 14m
CHF 64–233
Fly Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane CDG - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
6h 41m
CHF 149–379
Fly Paris Orly Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Paris Orly Airport (ORY) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane ORY - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
7h 5m
CHF 50–199

Paris to Locarno by train

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7h 2mAverage Duration

CHF 123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 770.6 km
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Locarno via Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Bellinzona in around 7h 2m.

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