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

The cheapest way to get from Solothurn to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 2h 40m.

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 40m 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 31m.

How far is it from Solothurn to Locarno?

The distance between Solothurn and Locarno is 263 km. The road distance is 240.3 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 31m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m 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.

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 40m 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?

There are 2799+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Solothurn to Locarno by train, 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 HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
3h 31m
CHF 70–159
Drive 240.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Solothurn to Locarnocar 240.3 km
2h 40m
CHF 39–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Solothurn to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
5h 44m
CHF 105–378
Train
1. Take the train from Olten to Locarnotrain Ir26
5h 31m
CHF 76–132
Train #2
1. Take the train from Solothurn to Thuntrain S41
2. Take the train from Muelenen to Domodossolatrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
7h 42m
CHF 46–66

Solothurn to Locarno by train

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3h 31mAverage Duration

CHF 70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 262.8 km
Duration: 3h 31m

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 31m.

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