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

The cheapest way to get from Venice to Locarno is to train which costs SFr 35 - SFr 60 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Venice to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h and costs SFr 65 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct train between Venice and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Venice to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Venezia Santa Lucia and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Venice to Locarno?

The distance between Venice and Locarno is 376 km. The road distance is 343.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Venice to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Venice to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Venice to Locarno train from?

Venice to Locarno train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Venezia Santa Lucia station.

Where does the Venice to Locarno train arrive?

Venice to Locarno train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Venice to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Locarno is 344 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Venice to Locarno.

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

Book your Venice to Locarno train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2634+ hotels available in Locarno.

Venice to Locarno - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Venice to Locarno by train, car, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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1. Take the train from Venezia Santa Lucia to Milano Centraletrain 8970 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 3m
CHF 36–56
Drive 343.9 km
1. Drive from Venice to Locarnocar 343.9 km
4h
CHF 66–95
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane VCE - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisiotrain
3. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 34m
CHF 62–232
Train via Locarno
1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 5m
CHF 64–153
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bellinzonatrain Ec
5h 6m
CHF 85–136
Fly to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane VCE - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain
8h 3m
CHF 117–221

Venice to Locarno by train

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Distance: 376.3 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Venezia Santa Lucia to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 5h 3m.

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