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

The cheapest way to get from Scalate to Locarno is to train which costs SFr 1 - SFr 2 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Scalate to Locarno is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs SFr 35 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Scalate and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tenero, Piazza and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

Is there a direct train between Scalate and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tenero and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Scalate to Locarno?

The distance between Scalate and Locarno is 6 km.

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

The best way to get from Scalate to Locarno without a car is to bus which takes 21 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 4.

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

The bus from Tenero, Piazza to Locarno, Debarcadero takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Scalate to Locarno bus from?

Scalate to Locarno bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Tenero, Piazza station.

Where do I catch the Scalate to Locarno train from?

Scalate to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Tenero station.

Train or bus from Scalate to Locarno?

The best way to get from Scalate to Locarno is to bus which takes 21 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 4. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 1 - SFr 2 and takes 21 min.

Where does the Scalate to Locarno bus arrive?

Scalate to Locarno bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Locarno, Debarcadero station.

Where does the Scalate to Locarno train arrive?

Scalate to Locarno train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Locarno station.

How do I get a train ticket from Scalate to Locarno?

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

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Scalate to Locarno - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 5 ways to get from Scalate to Locarno by bus, train, taxi, or foot

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tenero, Piazza to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 311
21 min
CHF 2–4
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tenero to Locarnotrain 20 / ...
21 min
CHF 1–2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Scalate to Locarnotaxi 6 km
7 min
CHF 35–45
Walk
1. Take the foot from Scalate to Locarnowalk 5.2 km
1h 3m
Bus via Tenero, Stella d'Oro
1. Take the bus from Tenero, Stella d'Oro to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 1 / ...
23 min
CHF 2–3

Scalate to Locarno by foot and bus

306Weekly Services

21 minAverage Duration

CHF 2Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Scalate to Locarno.

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Distance: 5.5 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Scalate, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Tenero, Piazza to Locarno, Debarcadero hourly. Tickets cost CHF 2–3 and the journey takes 14 min. FART also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Tenero to Locarno every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 9–16 and the journey takes 7 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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