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

The cheapest way to get from Garda to Locarno is to train via Peschiera Del Garda which costs SFr 16 - SFr 22 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Garda to Locarno is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Garda and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Garda to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Peschiera and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Garda to Locarno?

The distance between Garda and Locarno is 253 km. The road distance is 226.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Garda to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Garda to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Garda to Locarno train from?

Garda to Locarno train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Peschiera station.

Where does the Garda to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Garda to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Garda to Locarno is 226 km. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Garda to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2753+ hotels available in Locarno.

Garda to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Garda to Locarno by train, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Peschiera to Milano Centraletrain 8974 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 9m
CHF 22–36
Train via Peschiera Del Garda
cheapest
1. Take the train from Peschiera Del Garda to Milano Centraletrain Re6
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 29m
CHF 16–22
Drive 226.1 km
1. Drive from Garda to Locarnocar 226.1 km
3h 6m
CHF 38–55
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Peschiera Del Garda to Bellinzonatrain Ec
5h 35m
CHF 53–102

Garda to Locarno by bus and train

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5h 9mAverage Duration

CHF 22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253 km
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a bus from Garda to Locarno via Peschiera - Bivio Stazione, Peschiera, and Milano Centrale in around 5h 9m.

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