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

The cheapest way to get from Prato to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prato to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct bus between Prato and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Prato to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Prato and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Como Grandate and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Prato and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Prato to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Prato Centrale and arriving at Locarno via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Prato to Locarno?

The distance between Prato and Locarno is 404 km. The road distance is 396.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Prato to Locarno without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 21m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Prato to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prato to Locarno bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Prato to Locarno train from?

Prato to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Prato Centrale station.

Train or bus from Prato to Locarno?

The best way to get from Prato to Locarno is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 21m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Prato to Locarno bus arrive?

Prato to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Como Grandate station.

Where does the Prato to Locarno train arrive?

Prato to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Prato to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Prato to Locarno is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Prato to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2494+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Prato 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 via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Re
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
5h 21m
CHF 34–76
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
6h 3m
CHF 33–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Prato to Como Grandatebus 518
2. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Bellinzona Stationbus
8h 55m
CHF 34–49
Drive 396.6 km
1. Drive from Prato to Locarnocar 396.6 km
4h 8m
CHF 64–93
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane FLR - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 30m
CHF 75–221
Train #2
1. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
6h 7m
CHF 61–127
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane FLR - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
7h 51m
CHF 100–284
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FLR - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
6h 40m
CHF 114–317

Prato to Locarno by train

126Weekly Trains

5h 21mAverage Duration

CHF 34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 404.3 km
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Prato, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Prato Centrale to Locarno via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prato to Locarno, Debarcadero via Como Grandate, Bellinzona Station, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 8h 55m.

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