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

The cheapest way to get from Solothurn to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solothurn to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct train between Solothurn and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Solothurn to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Solothurn and arriving at Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Solothurn to Locarno?

The distance between Solothurn and Locarno is 262 km. The road distance is 240.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Solothurn to Locarno without a car is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Solothurn to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solothurn to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Solothurn to Locarno?

The best way to get from Solothurn to Locarno is to train via Zurich which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 65 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Solothurn to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solothurn to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Solothurn to Locarno is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Solothurn to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Solothurn to Locarno by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Zurich
best
1. Take the train from Solothurn to Zürich HBIc5
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to BellinzonaIc2 / ...
3h 30m
CHF 68–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Station
7h 22m
CHF 33–49
Drive 240.2 km
1. Drive from Solothurn to Locarno240.2 km
2h 39m
CHF 40–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Solothurn to Zürich Flughafen
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
5h 44m
CHF 95–254
Train
1. Take the train from Solothurn to ThunS41
2. Take the train from Muelenen to DomodossolaRe / ...
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
7h 19m
CHF 42–66

Solothurn to Locarno by train

229Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

CHF 68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.1 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Solothurn, Canton of Solothurn, Switzerland and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Solothurn to Locarno via Zürich HB and Bellinzona in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–28 and the journey takes 5h.

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