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

The cheapest way to get from Varese to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 8 - SFr 12 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varese to Locarno is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs SFr 9 - SFr 14.

Is there a direct train between Varese and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Varese to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Varese and arriving at Locarno via Mendrisio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Varese to Locarno?

The distance between Varese and Locarno is 71 km. The road distance is 58.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Varese to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Varese to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varese to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Varese to Locarno?

The best way to get from Varese to Locarno is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs SFr 4 - SFr 26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 12 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Varese to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varese to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Varese to Locarno is 58 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Varese to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Locarno.

Varese to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Varese 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
best
1. Take the train from Varese to MendrisioS50 / ...
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to LocarnoRe80
1h 31m
CHF 4–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mendrisio, Stazione to Locarno, StazioneEv2
2h 56m
CHF 8–12
Drive 58.5 km
1. Drive from Varese to Locarno58.5 km
1h 7m
CHF 10–14

Varese to Locarno by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.5 km
Duration: 1h 31m

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

You can take a train from Varese to Locarno via Mendrisio in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Mendrisio, Stazione to Locarno, Stazione once a week. Tickets cost CHF 6–9 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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