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

The cheapest way to get from Sanremo to Locarno is to bus and train which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 9h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sanremo to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h and costs SFr 55 - SFr 85.

Is there a direct train between Sanremo and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Sanremo to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Sanremo and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Sanremo to Locarno?

The distance between Sanremo and Locarno is 376 km. The road distance is 365.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sanremo to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Sanremo to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sanremo to Locarno train from?

Sanremo to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Sanremo station.

Train or bus from Sanremo to Locarno?

The best way to get from Sanremo to Locarno is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 28 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Sanremo to Locarno train arrive?

Sanremo to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Sanremo to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Sanremo to Locarno is 365 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Sanremo to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2690+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sanremo to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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 Sanremo to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
6h 13m
CHF 49–123
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sanremo to Andorabus 12
2. Take the train from Loano to Milano Porta Garibalditrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
9h 32m
CHF 25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sanremo to Milanbus FlixBus N508
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bellinzonabus FlixBus 076
7h 57m
CHF 29–48
Drive 365.5 km
1. Drive from Sanremo to Locarnocar 365.5 km
4h
CHF 57–82

Sanremo to Locarno by train

51Weekly Trains

6h 13mAverage Duration

CHF 49Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Sanremo to Locarno.

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Distance: 375.9 km
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a train from Sanremo to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 6h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sanremo to Locarno, Debarcadero via Milan, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 7h 57m.

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