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

The cheapest way to get from Stans to Locarno is to drive which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stans to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Stans and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Stans to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Stans and arriving at Locarno via Luzern and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Stans to Locarno?

The distance between Stans and Locarno is 171 km. The road distance is 147.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Stans to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Stans to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stans to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Stans to Locarno?

The best way to get from Stans to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Stans to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stans to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Stans to Locarno is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Stans to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

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Stans to Locarno - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 310 bus

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

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 Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Bellinzonatrain Ic21 / ...
2h 59m
CHF 45–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lucerne to Bellinzona Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno, Debarcaderobus 311
4h 46m
CHF 23–33
Drive 147.1 km
1. Drive from Stans to Locarnocar 147.1 km
1h 42m
CHF 23–34
Line 310 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stans, Bahnhof to Altdorf UR, Bahnhof Westbus 310
2. Take the train from Altdorf UR to Locarnotrain Ir46 / ...
3h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Luzern to Locarnotrain Ir26 / ...
4h 30m
CHF 42–74

Stans to Locarno by train

135Weekly Trains

2h 59mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.8 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Luzern to Bellinzona every 3 hours. Tickets cost CHF 29–60 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Südostbahn also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stans to Locarno, Debarcadero via Luzern, Lucerne, Bellinzona Station, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 4h 46m.

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