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

The cheapest way to get from Rho to Locarno is to train which costs SFr 9 - SFr 13 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rho to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs SFr 15 - SFr 22.

Is there a direct bus between Rho and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Rho to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Rho, Corso Europa Fronte 133/Via Marconi,Paque' and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Arese and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Rho and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Rho to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Rho and arriving at Locarno via Gallarate and Mendrisio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Rho to Locarno?

The distance between Rho and Locarno is 115 km. The road distance is 93.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rho to Locarno without a car is to train via Gallarate which takes 2h 35m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Rho to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rho to Locarno bus from?

Rho to Locarno bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Arese station.

Where do I catch the Rho to Locarno train from?

Rho to Locarno train services, operated by Trenord S.r.l., depart from Rho station.

Train or bus from Rho to Locarno?

The best way to get from Rho to Locarno is to train via Gallarate which takes 2h 35m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 11 - SFr 18 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Rho to Locarno bus arrive?

Rho to Locarno bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Where does the Rho to Locarno train arrive?

Rho to Locarno train services, operated by Trenord S.r.l., arrive at Gallarate station.

Can I drive from Rho to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Rho to Locarno is 94 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Rho to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2439+ hotels available in Locarno.

Rho to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Rho to Locarno by train, bus, or car

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 Gallarate
best
1. Take the train from Rho to Gallaratetrain S5
2. Take the train from Gallarate to Mendrisiotrain S50
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
2h 35m
CHF 8–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arese to Bellinzona Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 311
4h 11m
CHF 12–18
Drive 93.9 km
1. Drive from Rho to Locarnocar 93.9 km
1h 12m
CHF 15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Rho to Como Camerlatatrain S11
2. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Locarnotrain Re80
3h 1m
CHF 10–13

Rho to Locarno by train

263Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

CHF 8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.2 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Rho to Locarno via Gallarate and Mendrisio in around 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rho, Corso Europa Fronte 133/Via Marconi,Paque' to Locarno, Debarcadero via Arese, Viale Sempione 2, Arese, Bellinzona Station, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 4h 11m.

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