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 26 - SFr 110 and takes 11h 46m.

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 25m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 200.

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 43m.

How far is it from Rome to Locarno?

The distance between Rome and Locarno is 674 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 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Rome to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rome to Locarno train from?

Rome to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, 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 43m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 110 and takes 11h 46m.

Where does the Rome to Locarno train arrive?

Rome to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, 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 34m to drive from Rome to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2458+ 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 (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
best
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Milano CentraleFr / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe 80
5h 43m
CHF 39–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Milano, Autostazione LampugnanoItabus
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bellinzona076
11h 46m
CHF 26–102
Drive 675.4 km
1. Drive from Rome to Locarno675.4 km
6h 34m
CHF 108–156
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)FCO - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
5h 25m
CHF 47–200
Train via Florence
1. Take the train from Roma Termini to Florence Santa Maria Novella
2. Take the train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
6h 50m
CHF 53–129
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)FCO - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarno
5h 57m
CHF 52–204
Fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)FCO - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
6h 56m
CHF 86–256

Rome to Locarno by train

126Weekly Trains

5h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 673.7 km
Duration: 5h 43m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina to Locarno, Debarcadero via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 11h 46m.

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