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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 22 - SFr 55 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 85.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Locarno?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Locarno. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Zurich to Locarno?

The distance between Zurich and Locarno is 174 km. The road distance is 197.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Locarno without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Zurich to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Locarno?

The best way to get from Zurich to Locarno is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 22 - SFr 55 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Zurich to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Locarno is 198 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Zurich to Locarno.

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

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2887+ hotels available in Locarno.

Zurich to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich 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 Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
2h 15m
CHF 51–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus RegioJet 22
4h 37m
CHF 22–52
Drive 197.7 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Locarnocar 197.7 km
2h 19m
CHF 32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Locarnotrain Ir46
3h 22m
CHF 65–190

Zurich to Locarno by train

249Weekly Trains

2h 15mAverage Duration

CHF 51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.9 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona hourly. Tickets cost CHF 45–140 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Schweizerische Südostbahn AG also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Zurich Central Bus Station Sihlquai to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once a week. Tickets cost CHF 13–20 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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