What is the cheapest way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno?

The cheapest way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno is to train via Locarno which costs SFr 13 - SFr 18 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct train between Desenzano del Garda and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Desenzano Garda-Sirm and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno?

The distance between Desenzano del Garda and Locarno is 221 km. The road distance is 195.6 km.

How do I travel from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno without a car?

The best way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Desenzano del Garda to Locarno train from?

Desenzano del Garda to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Desenzano Garda-Sirm station.

Where does the Desenzano del Garda to Locarno train arrive?

Desenzano del Garda to Locarno train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Desenzano del Garda to Locarno is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno.

How do I get a train ticket from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno?

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Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 3080+ hotels available in Locarno.

Desenzano del Garda to Locarno - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Desenzano del Garda to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
3h 29m
CHF 50–150
Train via Locarno
cheapest
1. Take the train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Centraletrain Re6
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
4h 3m
CHF 14–17
Drive 195.6 km
1. Drive from Desenzano del Garda to Locarnocar 195.6 km
2h 39m
CHF 32–47

Desenzano del Garda to Locarno by train

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Distance: 221.1 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Desenzano del Garda, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 3h 29m.

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