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

The cheapest way to get from Rimini to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 34 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rimini to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct bus between Rimini and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Rimini to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Arco d'Augusto and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Rimini Nord and Bellinzona, Piazza Orico. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Rimini and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Rimini to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Rimini and arriving at Locarno via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Rimini to Locarno?

The distance between Rimini and Locarno is 435 km. The road distance is 434.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Rimini to Locarno without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 9m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Rimini to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rimini to Locarno bus from?

Rimini to Locarno bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Rimini Nord station.

Where do I catch the Rimini to Locarno train from?

Rimini to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Rimini station.

Train or bus from Rimini to Locarno?

The best way to get from Rimini to Locarno is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 9m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 85 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Rimini to Locarno bus arrive?

Rimini to Locarno bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Where does the Rimini to Locarno train arrive?

Rimini to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Rimini to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Rimini to Locarno is 435 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Rimini to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2494+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rimini to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), 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 Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Rimini to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
5h 9m
CHF 35–160
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rimini to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
5h 30m
CHF 30–87
Bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Rimini to Luganobus 421
7h 52m
CHF 35–82
Drive 434.6 km
1. Drive from Rimini to Locarnocar 434.6 km
4h 24m
CHF 70–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rimini Nord to Bellinzonabus
7h 54m
CHF 31–34

Rimini to Locarno by train

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5h 9mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Rimini to Locarno.

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Distance: 434.6 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Rimini to Locarno via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rimini to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 28–60 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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