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

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 12h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rome to Locarno is to fly and train which takes 5h 26m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 230.

Is there a direct bus between Rome and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Rome to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Como Grandate and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Rome and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Rome to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Roma Termini and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Rome to Locarno?

The distance between Rome and Locarno is 692 km. The road distance is 675.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Rome to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Rome to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Locarno bus from?

Rome to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station.

Where do I catch the Rome to Locarno train from?

Rome to Locarno train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Roma Termini station.

Train or bus from Rome to Locarno?

The best way to get from Rome to Locarno is to train which takes 5h 40m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 85 and takes 12h 52m.

Where does the Rome to Locarno bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rome to Locarno train arrive?

Rome to Locarno train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Rome to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Rome to Locarno is 675 km. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Rome to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Locarno.

Rome to Locarno - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Rome to Locarno by train, bus, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain 9950 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
5h 40m
CHF 74–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Como Grandatebus 518
2. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Bellinzona Stationbus
12h 52m
CHF 49–81
Drive 675.4 km
1. Drive from Rome to Locarnocar 675.4 km
6h 38m
CHF 108–156
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane FCO - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
5h 26m
CHF 52–221
Train via Rome Termini
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano Centraletrain Fr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
5h 43m
CHF 72–148
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane FCO - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
5h 57m
CHF 52–148
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FCO - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain
6h 51m
CHF 93–236

Rome to Locarno by bus

2Weekly Buses

12h 52mAverage Duration

CHF 49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 691.5 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Roma Termini to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 5h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Locarno, Debarcadero via Como Grandate, Bellinzona Station, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 12h 52m.

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