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

The cheapest way to get from Lago di 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 Lago di Garda to Locarno?

The fastest way to get from Lago di Garda to Locarno is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Lago di Garda and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Lago di Garda to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Peschiera del Garda and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Milan and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Lago di Garda and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Lago di 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 30m.

How far is it from Lago di Garda to Locarno?

The distance between Lago di Garda and Locarno is 221 km. The road distance is 243.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lago di Garda to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Lago di Garda to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lago di Garda to Locarno bus from?

Lago di Garda to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Peschiera del Garda station.

Where do I catch the Lago di Garda to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Lago di Garda to Locarno?

The best way to get from Lago di Garda to Locarno is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 45 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Lago di Garda to Locarno bus arrive?

Lago di Garda to Locarno bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Lago di Garda to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lago di Garda to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Lago di Garda to Locarno is 243 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Lago di Garda to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2805+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Lago di Garda to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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 30m
CHF 49–74
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
Bus
1. Take the bus from Peschiera del Garda to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 407 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bellinzonabus FlixBus 076
6h 32m
CHF 27–41
Drive 243.1 km
1. Drive from Riva del Garda to Locarnocar 243.1 km
3h 39m
CHF 41–59

Lago di Garda to Locarno by train

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Distance: 221.1 km
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Peschiera del Garda to Locarno, Debarcadero via Milan, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, and Bellinzona, Stazione in around 6h 32m.

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